Mentha piperita (Peppermint) extract
AKA “Peppermint Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Mentha piperita (Peppermint) extract
AKA: Peppermint Extract
Extract · Cleanser | Deodorant | Fragrance | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Soothing
Fragrance
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84082-70-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Europe. Derived from Mentha piperita plants in the Lamiaceae family, primarily cultivated in Europe. Extracted from the whole plant using solvent extraction methods to isolate active compounds.
Plant Source
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Function
Cleanser | Deodorant | Fragrance | Soothing
Benefits
Cleansing
Deodorant
Refreshing
Anti-Aging
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Traditional Use
Used in traditional medicine across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia for digestive and topical healing purposes. In skincare, peppermint has been traditionally used to cool, soothe, and invigorate the skin for centuries.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Sensitivity
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Phototoxicity Concern
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 7.9% in leave-on products (49 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 741).
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR