Peppermint is an aromatic perennial plant. It is a hybrid mint, a cross between water mint and spearmint. It is described as a remedy for intestinal colic, gas, cold, morning sickness, and menstruation pain.
Peppermint oil is commonly used in foods and beverages as flavor, formulation of shampoo, conditioners and cosmetics as well as good fragrance in soaps industries. It is used to treat sinus: Peppermint has anti-bacterial anti-viral and anti-fungal properties. Because of this peppermint tea may fight clogged sinuses due to infections like common cold and allergies.
This oil is safe when inhaled for aromatherapy.