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Mentha Piperita Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Peppermint Oil & Tea Tree Oil Blend

fragranceantimicrobialskin protectant

INCI Name

Mentha Piperita Oil,...

Functions

3 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

fragrances

What It Does

This is a combination of two potent essential oils: peppermint oil steam-distilled from Mentha piperita leaves and tea tree oil from Melaleuca alternifolia leaves native to Australia. The blend combines peppermint's cooling menthol sensation with tea tree's renowned terpinen-4-ol content, creating a synergistic antimicrobial and refreshing profile. Formulators choose this pairing for oral care, scalp treatments, and clarifying skincare products where both cooling sensory effects and natural antimicrobial properties are desired, though careful dosing is required as both oils can be sensitizing at high concentrations.

Creates pleasant product scent
Enhances sensory experience
Masks base ingredient odors
Contributes to brand identity

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

nonionic surfactantsemollientsmost humectantsother essential oilsplant extracts

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizershighly alkaline ingredientssome preservatives at high concentrations
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Mentha piperita leaves (peppermint) and Melaleuca alternifolia leaves (tea tree)

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
Mentha Piperita Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Common Name
Peppermint Oil & Tea Tree Oil Blend
Category
fragrances

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