"PEPPERMINT FRANCE/Mentha piperita/Peppermint. The aroma of this oil challenges laziness and melancholy, raising us up and calling us forward, towards a new joyful day. The oil's effects on the body: The oil has a broad spectrum of action. Peppermint's antispasmodic and analgesic properties help relieve tension in the neck and collar area (due to muscle hypertonicity and even muscle rigidity), intercostal neuralgia, gastrointestinal smooth muscle spasms (including those caused by overeating), and cardiac and cerebral vascular spasms—this restores blood circulation. Therefore, peppermint is excellent in blends for tension headaches. It eliminates halitosis (bad breath) and suppresses pathogenic intestinal flora—this includes antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. When added to blends for cuts and wounds, it can aid in healing wounds and cuts (it has a healing effect). Emotional effects of the oil: An excellent adaptogen. Enhances mental activity. Eliminates anxiety, excessive seriousness, and control, bringing a vibrant sense of life. Relieves depression and nervous tension, restores strength, and balances emotions. It has a grounding effect. Contraindications: For topical use only. Not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. Do not use for extended periods. It should be avoided primarily by asthmatics and neurosensitive patients (e.g., epileptics), including due to its very high menthol content and significant amounts of neurotoxic ketones. Menthol can cause spasms of the glottis, which can lead to suffocation! Pregnant and nursing women, as well as children under 7, should also avoid its use. As a precaution, people with heart disease, hypertension, or hormone-dependent conditions should also refrain. Menthol also has a pronounced cooling effect, so it should not be applied to large areas of the body. For this reason, it should be avoided in aromatic baths.