Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water
The hydrosol (aqueous steam-distillate) collected alongside peppermint essential oil production, used as a mildly soothing, cooling, lightly fragranced water base in toners and refining formulas.
Also known as: peppermint hydrosol, peppermint floral water
Benefits
- ✓Gentle cooling and soothing sensation
- ✓Much lower fragrance-compound concentration than peppermint essential oil
- ✓Functional water base for toners and refining formulas
Watch for
- ⚠May still cause mild tingling or sensitivity in reactive skin due to trace menthol content
In depth
What it does
The hydrosol (aqueous steam-distillate) collected alongside peppermint essential oil production, used as a mildly soothing, cooling, lightly fragranced water base in toners and refining formulas. As an soothing ingredient, it is particularly valued for gentle cooling and soothing sensation, much lower fragrance-compound concentration than peppermint essential oil, and functional water base for toners and refining formulas.
Skin type guide
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water is gentle enough for sensitive and reactive skin types. Its calming properties make it a go-to for skin that easily flushes or reacts to stronger actives.
How to use it
Can be used in both AM and PM routines. It layers well with most other ingredients, making it a versatile addition wherever you need a calming step.
