Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) is a perennial rhizomatous herbaceous plant native to Europe. Aromatherapy with mint essential oil induces improved memory while its internal use has action at the level of the gastrointestinal tract, namely in the irritable bowel syndrome.

Main constituents: Menthol (31.0%), mentone (28.9%), 1,8-cineole (5.5%), menthyl acetate (4.9%).

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Alecrim (Rosmarinus officinalis) é um arbusto da costa do Mediterrâneo.
Entre as atividades de seu óleo essencial, sua ação analgésica por inalação e anti-inflamatória, sua ação analgésica por inalação e antiinflamatória.
Principais constituintes: α-pineno (22,6%), 1,8-cineol (18,0%), cânfora (17,5%), canfeno (7,8%).

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The orange (Citrus sinensis) is a citrus fruit created in India, from the crossing of the grapefruit with the tangerine. Aromatherapy with orange oil reduces anxiety and relieves moderate symptoms of depression and stress.
These essential oils are obtained by cold pressing of the fruit peel, so it is possible to contaminate them by pesticides and other chemicals used in conventional agriculture. In addition, the use of these chemicals alters the composition of the essential oil, namely the amount of aldehydes, minor components which are still important in determining their quality.

Main constituents: Limonene (95.2%), myrcenene (1.9%), α-pinene (0.6%).
PRECAUTIONS IN THE USE OF ESSENTIAL ORANGE OIL:
May irritate sensitive skin.

The tea tree is a plant of Australian origin that was used by Aborigines for the treatment of respiratory problems. Tea tree essential oil is used as a cutaneous antiseptic because of its bactericidal and fungicidal properties. It is applied in the treatment of acne and to heal cuts and insect stings. Its topical use may also be useful in the treatment of vaginal infections.

Main constituents: 4-terpineol (43.0%), γ-terpinene (22.3%), α-terpinene (9.9%).

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