{"product_id":"mint-essential-oil","title":"Mint Essential Oil Aromatherapy Grade by Flaires of Spain 15ml in Gift Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Steam Distilled Mint Essential Oil in a Gift Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003emint essential oil\u003c\/strong\u003e by Flaires of Spain comes in a 15 ml glass bottle and gift box. It is Mentha arvensis, distilled from leaves and branches by steam. Many people use it as mint oil for bath. The scent is fresh and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential oil in a glass bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 ml (0.5 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mentha arvensis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves and branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam distillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flaires of Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e One bottle in a gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bath or massage, diluted as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store upright with the cap closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct number:\u003c\/strong\u003e L-108\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMint in Greek and Roman Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe genus Mentha is considered native to the Mediterranean. Theophrastus mentions that mint was cultivated and used in crowns for its scent. Pliny the Elder described its cultivation in detail in his Natural History. He notes its use in cushions and at banquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Name and the Myth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name minthe is traditionally viewed as Pre-Greek. Strabo tells a myth in which the nymph Minthe becomes the plant. Ancient minthe may have covered several Mentha species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsing and Storing Your Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd a few drops of this mint essential oil to a bath or diluted base. For a bath, add 10 drops to water and soak for 10 to 20 minutes. For massage, dilute to 4 percent in 96 percent base oil. Mentha arvensis oil also suits a mint massage oil blend. Browse more scents in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/fragrance-oils\"\u003eFragrance Oils collection\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/fragrance\"\u003eMuseumize fragrance collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with the eyes. Dilute before applying to skin. Keep the cap tight and store the bottle upright, away from heat and direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMint has scented garlands, cushions and banquets since antiquity. A mint massage oil blend continues that habit. Choose mint oil for bath for a gentle soak. Mentha arvensis oil also makes a tidy gift in its box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading from the Web\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWhat did Pliny and Theophrastus say about mint in the garden? This herbal-history article follows the plant through Greek and Roman writers. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpa.org\/herbs_in_history_mint\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHerbs in History: Mint - American Herbal Products Association\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Flaires Oils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1192663763,"sku":"L-108","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/products\/L-108-mint-1-1080.jpg?v=1777662049","url":"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/products\/mint-essential-oil","provider":"Museumize.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}