Mentha Piperita Oil

MENTHA PIPERITA OIL

Data confidence:High

Function

Flavoring Agent, Skin Conditioning Agent, Antioxidant

EWG Safety Score

4/10Moderate concern

About this ingredient

A volatile essential oil extracted from Mentha piperita (peppermint plant) containing menthol and menthone as primary active compounds. It functions as a cooling and refreshing agent in cosmetics, providing a pleasant sensory experience while offering antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits to skincare formulations.

Found in 1+ sunscreens