Peppermint oil
Peppermint oil
Peppermint essential oil (MENTHA PIPERITA OIL) is an ingredient of plant origin. It acts as a fragrance in cosmetic formulations and contributes to skin and hair care.
Skin conditioningHair conditioningRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | Cosmetic allergen subject to labelling (Annex III) |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products. |
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Products
Products containing it
PuressentielArticulations & Muscles Energy Boost Inhaleur, 1ml
PuressentielBien-Être Roller Maux De Tête, 10ml
PuressentielHuile Essentielle, Menthe Poivrée Bio, 30ml
Elixirs & CoMénopause Bio Roll-on, 10ml
RicqlesAlcool De Menthe, 3Cl
RicqlesAlcool De Menthe, 5Cl
MelvitaNECTAR PUR Roll On SOS Action Ciblee Zones à Imperfections Bio, 5ml
Phytosun AromsPastilles Gorge Irritée Goût Citron Sans Sucres, 24 pastilles
Phytosun AromsPastilles Gorge Irritée Goût Miel Sans Sucres, 24 pastilles
PuressentielMAL DES TRANSPORTS, Roller aux 7 Huiles Essentielles, 5ml
PuressentielRespiratoire, Sirop Gorge Respiratoire Avec Cuillère Mesure, 125ml
PuressentielSos Labial Gel Réparateur, 5ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
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products listed
| Most frequent categories | Face · Cleansers & makeup removers · Synergies & complexes · Targeted care · Well-being & supplements |
| Most frequent brands | Puressentiel · Caudalie · Melvita · Pfs · Phytosun Aroms |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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