Menthol originates naturally from mint plants, and synthetically manufactured. Peppermint oil and other mint essential oils contain menthol, and it can be taken directly from the essential oil.
Most Common Uses of Menthol:
Menthol is most commonly used for inflammation and irritation. It can be used on the outside of skin to help heal redness and scaring, It is also used as an ingredient in perfume, as a pesticide, mouthwash, and within many other bath and beauty products. Lastly it is used as an active ingredient in many topical analgesics to relieve muscle pain.
INCI Name: Menthol
Country of Origin: India
