Description

Mentha Viridis Leaf/Stem Water is an aqueous extract obtained from the leaves and stems of the Mentha viridis plant, commonly known as Spearmint. This water is valued for its refreshing and aromatic properties and is used in cosmetic and skincare products.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Carvone: The primary aromatic compound responsible for the characteristic spearmint fragrance.
Limonene: Contributes to the citrusy notes in the aroma.
Piperitone: Adds to the minty and slightly sweet flavor.
Other Terpenes: Includes various terpenes that enhance the water's aromatic and potential therapeutic properties.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Clear or slightly green liquid, depending on the concentration of the extract.
Odor: Fresh, minty aroma with herbaceous notes, due to the presence of carvone and other aromatic compounds.
Solubility: Soluble in water and aqueous formulations.
pH: Generally neutral or slightly acidic, similar to skin pH.

Production Process:

Cultivation: The Mentha viridis plant is cultivated in suitable environments to produce high-quality leaves and stems.
Harvesting: Plant parts are harvested at the optimal time to ensure superior aromatic quality.
Extraction: The water is obtained through steam distillation or other extraction methods, capturing the aromatic compounds from the leaves and stems.
Formulation: The extracted water is incorporated into cosmetic and skincare products such as toners, lotions, and sprays.

Applications:

Cosmetics and Skincare: Used in toners, lotions, and facial sprays for its refreshing and soothing properties.
Hair Care Products: Included in shampoos and conditioners for its invigorating and aromatic effects.
Aromatherapy: Used in diffusers and aromatherapy products for its fresh, minty fragrance.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: Sustainable cultivation practices are important to reduce environmental impact and ensure high-quality extract.
Safety: Generally considered safe for external use. As with all plant-based ingredients, individual allergic reactions or intolerances should be considered.

INCI:


Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.

Perfuming. Unlike fragrance, which can also contain slightly less pleasant or characteristic odours, the term perfume indicates only very pleasant fragrances. Used for perfumes and aromatic raw materials.
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CAS: 84696-51-5 EC number 283-656-2