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Essential Oil Dictionary, Detailed Reference Guide, Herbal Encyclopedia |
 | | The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the fresh or partly dried plant and the yield is 0.1-1.0%. |
| | The chemical components of Peppermint oil are Menthol, Menthyl acetate, Carvone, Menthone, Carvacrol and Limonene. |
| | Peppermint oil is non-toxic and non-irritant in low dilutions but sensitization may be a problem due to the menthol content. |
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