An essential oil from spearmint, used as a fragrance ingredient.
What it is
Mentha spicata herb oil is an essential oil obtained from the herb of spearmint, Mentha spicata (synonym Mentha viridis), of the mint family (Lamiaceae, Labiatae). CosIng also refers to it as spearmint oil, names carvone as its main constituent, along with limonene and pinene, and lists it as a perfuming ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of products, such as toothpastes, mouthwashes and other scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the content of individual constituents. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.