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Fragrance ingredient

Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil

INCI: MENTHA VIRIDIS LEAF OIL

Essential oil steam-distilled from spearmint leaves (Mentha viridis). Major component is carvone (~70%), giving a cooler, sweeter mint scent than peppermint oil. Used in small amounts for fragrance and sensory effect.

Also known as: spearmint leaf oil, mentha spicata leaf oil

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Benefits

  • ✓Provides a fresh, cooling mint fragrance
  • ✓Mild cooling sensation on the skin

Watch for

  • ⚠Potential skin sensitizer — may cause reactions in fragrance-sensitive individuals
  • ⚠Avoid near eyes or on broken skin
At a glance
CategoryFragrance
IrritancyModerate–high
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 3 products
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Products with Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil

Dermalogy Bio-Peel Gauze Peeling WineExfoliant
Neogen
Dermalogy Bio-Peel Gauze Peeling Wine
Extreme Cream AmpouleAmpoule
Real Barrier
Extreme Cream Ampoule
Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic SerumSerum
Innisfree
Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum