Differences Between Spearmint and Peppermint.

Spearmint has the botanical name Mentha spicata L. It is characterized mainly by its light green, ribbed leaves. Unlike peppermint leaves, these are devoid of petiole (narrowed part of some leaves towards the stem). Spearmint has a milder and more subtle fragrance than peppermint. It is characterized by its richness in carvone.

Peppermint is identified under the botanical name Mentha piperita L. It is a hybrid species, which comes from the cross between water mint and spearmint. It is higher than the spearmint, its height can reach up to 80 cm. Its leaves are darker, they usually take a beautiful dark green color. Peppermint contains more menthol than spearmint, hence its characteristically stronger smell.

Peppermint and spearmint have a common geographical origin: India and more particularly the province of Uttar Pradesh.

This species of mint can be used in three main forms in skin and hair care.

• Peppermint essential oil (INCI name: Mentha Piperita Leaf Oil)

This essential oil limits imperfections; it is recommended for oily skin as well as for skin with acneic tendencies. This oil has purifying and astringent properties.

Its purifying properties also work on the scalp. The essential oil of peppermint activates the microcirculation of the scalp and strengthens the hair follicles to stimulate hair growth. In addition, it helps fight dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis problems. Because of these benefits, you can find it in the scalp scrub with 5% PHA + jojoba pearls. This pre-shampoo exfoliating gel gently removes dead skin cells for a healthy, rebalanced scalp. Peppermint essential oil is also used in our purifying scalp treatment with Zinc PCA 4% + nettle extract. This treatment regulates sebum production and purifies the scalp to prevent it from re-greasing too quickly.

• Peppermint hydrolate (INCI name: Mentha Piperita Flower/Leaf/Stem Water)

Due to its acidic pH, peppermint hydrosol visibly tightens pores. Thanks to its purifying properties, it is also recommended for acne-prone skin. Our peppermint hydrolate is obtained by distillation from peppermint leaves from organic farming, grown and harvested in France. This care is suitable for mixed to oily skins and dilated pores. Apply morning and evening, after cleansing, with a cotton pad or directly with your fingers.

To note! The advantage of floral water compared to peppermint essential oil is that it is not allergenic and normally, can be used by all skin types, as well as by pregnant and breastfeeding women and children.

• Peppermint oil macerate (INCI name: Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract)

To obtain this ingredient, fresh peppermint leaves are macerated in virgin sunflower oil. Soothing and refreshing, the peppermint macerate brings a fresh feeling to the application and a minty taste to the lip care. It is present in our tinted lip and cheek balm.