Pennyroyal

Forms Available: essential oil

Pennyroyal – mentha pulegium – The essentiao oil should be used with extreme caution. Its scent is herbaceous and minty. It is a well known emmenagogue; do not use during pregnancy. Has some use in menstrual difficulties, often used to bring on menstruation. It’s valuable in repelling insects on animals. Can be diluted either in alcohol or vinegar as a rub to kill fleas. Many aromatherapists will not use this oil. It blends well with cedarwood and peppermint.

Aromatherapy & Health Uses: It is a well known emmenagogue; do not use during pregnancy. Has some use in menstrual difficulties, often used to bring on menstruation. It’s valuable in repelling insects on animals. Can be diluted either in alcohol or vinegar as a rub to kill fleas.