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Peppermint
(Mentha arvensis)

Ingredient In
LeTenda Care, LePaine, LeCrystal Clear

Aromatic Considerations
Peppermint arvensis is similar to peppermint piperita, but is more reminiscent of candy canes.

Plant Family Part of Plant Used
Labiatae stems, leaves, flower buds


Therapeutic Aspects
The properties and actions for peppermint arvensis, are very similar to mentha piperita.

Cautions
Arvensis has a higher menthol content than piperita, making it slightly more potent therapeutically, and a little more caustic.