Peppermint
Clears wind-heat.
Overview
Peppermint is acrid-cool—clears wind-heat, benefits the head and eyes, and soothes the throat—a crisp aroma for summer blends and oral freshness.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, cool; Lung and Liver.
Key ideas
- Wind-heat exterior: mild fever, sore throat, red eyes.
- Constraint with heat: tiny amounts in crafted formulas (professional pairing).
- Focus: low-concentration diffusion; high dose may trigger headache.
Aromatherapy notes
Avoid with spontaneous sweating / deficiency heat; skip intense night diffusion if insomnia-prone.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.