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Spotlight on Spearmint

Bright, refreshing, and oh-so-inviting, Spearmint is the mint that makes everything feel a little lighter. It’s milder than peppermint, which means it’s perfect for sensitive stomachs and gentle enough to use daily. A single drop brings a cool sweetness to your water, tea, or smoothie — and a burst of digestive comfort right when you need it most.

JUST A DROP OF SPEARMINT

Naturally supports healthy digestion and eases occasional stomach upset

Refreshes breath and uplifts the senses

Adds a cool, minty flavor to drinks, desserts, and recipes

Milder and slightly sweeter than Peppermint Vitality — perfect for everyday use

When big meals or holiday indulgences hit, Spearmint has your back (and your belly). A drop in water or herbal tea can help ease feelings of fullness and support natural digestion. It’s also wonderful for adding a clean, minty twist to everything from fruit salads and mocktails to homemade chocolates. Think of it as your fresh start in a bottle — calming, cooling, and restoring balance from the inside out.

BACKGROUND

Spearmint (Mentha spicata) has been cherished since ancient times — used by the Greeks to freshen breath, soothe digestion, and scent their baths. Distilled from the flowering tops of the spearmint plant, this oil captures the bright, herbaceous aroma and cooling comfort that make mint such a staple in both kitchens and apothecaries. It’s the gentler cousin of peppermint, offering all the freshness without the intense menthol bite.

SPEARMINT AND DIGESTION

This is where Spearmint shines. Its naturally occurring compounds support healthy digestion and calm occasional discomfort. Add a drop to a glass of warm water after meals, mix it into a spoonful of honey for a soothing post-dinner treat, or combine it with DiGize Vitality for a powerful digestive duo. It’s the perfect companion to your Thanksgiving table — helping your system handle those extra bites of pie with grace.

SPEARMINT AND EMOTIONS

That refreshing scent you love isn’t just about taste — it’s also a mood-lifter. Spearmint’s aroma helps clear the mind and energize your spirit, offering gentle invigoration without overstimulation. Inhaling it or adding a drop to a diffuser blend can help you feel mentally refreshed, focused, and balanced — especially helpful during busy or stressful days.

SPEARMINT AND THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Spearmint supports clear breathing and soothes the senses. Its mild menthol content helps open the airways and refresh the mind. Diffuse it during the day for an energizing boost or add a drop to warm water with lemon for a gentle steam inhalation.

KEY CONSTITUENTS

Carvone: Promotes calm digestion and adds a sweet, minty flavor.

Limonene: Uplifting and cleansing; supports overall wellness.

Menthol: Cooling and soothing for the respiratory and digestive systems.

PRODUCT OPTIONS

Spearmint Essential Oil

Spearmint Vitality Essential Oil

Spearmint is also a key ingredient in the Thieves dental care line as well as uplifting oil blends like Citrus Fresh.

DAILY HABITS WITH SPEARMINT

Use Spearmint Vitality in the kitchen

Stir a drop into homemade whipped cream, fruit salads, or brownies for a fun twist.

Add to sparkling water with lime for a healthy mint-lime spritzer.

Create mint-infused honey:

½ cup raw honey

2 drops Spearmint Vitality

Stir well and use in teas or drizzled over yogurt and berries.

Use in your wellness routines

Add 1 drop to a spoonful of honey or to a cup of warm water after meals for gentle digestive support.

Mix 1 drop with DiGize Vitality in a veggie capsule for a natural digestive aid.

Add 1–2 drops to your morning smoothie for a cooling, refreshing start to your day.

Combine with Lemon Vitality and a bit of honey for a simple, refreshing “digestive tonic.”

Dilute and apply over the abdomen for digestion support.

Make a Happy Belly roller

10mL roller bottle

20 drops Spearmint

15 drops Digize

Fill with carrier. Apply over the belly as needed.

Use in your self-care routine

Mix 1–2 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto temples or neck to ease tension headaches.

Mix into a body oil with frankincense and lavender for a deeply restorative blend.

Apply a diluted blend to wrists or back of neck for an uplifting, refreshing effect

Create an Happy Energy Roller:

10 mL roller bottle

20 drops Spearmint

10 drops each Tangerine, Lime, Lavender

Fill with carrier oil. Roll over your chest, wrists, or temples when you need a lift.

Drop onto your shower floor and let the oil and the steam open your airways.

Give tired feet some TLC with this simple Foot Soak

Combine 5 drops of Spearmint with 1 tbsp Epsom Salt. Add to a basin of warm water and soak feet for 10–15 minutes.

Make a DIY Spearmint Breath Spray: Combine in a small spray bottle:

1/2 cup distilled water

1 tsp Thieves Mouthwash or aloe vera juice (optional)

3–5 drops spearmint essential oil

Shake well before each use and spritz as needed.

Make a DIY Spearmint Sugar Lip Scrub: Mix together:

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 tbsp sugar (white or brown)

2–3 drops spearmint essential oil

Massage gently on lips in circular motions, then rinse. Store in a small jar for up to 2 weeks.

Use in your home and cleaning routine

Use in household cleaning. Add to Thieves Household Cleaner for extra cleaning power.

Mix with Thieves and baking soda for a natural carpet deodorizer

Make a DIY Purifying Thieves Cleaner. In a 16 oz spray bottle, combine:

1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner

15 drops Spearmint

Fill with distilled water and shake

Add a few drops to your laundry soap to give your clothes a fresh, clean aroma.

Add to wool dryer balls for fresh, clean laundry.

Use in this DIY Laundry Scent Booster:

To a large glass jar with a lid add:

1 cup Epsom Salt

½ cup Fine Sea Salt

½ cup Baking Soda

30 drops Spearmint (or a mix of desired oils)

To use, add 2-3 Tbsp directly to the laundry.

Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener

To an airtight glass jar add:

1 cup Baking Soda

½ cup Fine Sea Salt

20 drops Spearmint

Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.

Make these DIY Cleaning Fizzies for the bathroom or kitchen:

1 cup Baking Soda

½ cup Citric acid

½ cup Cornstarch

4 teaspoons water

30 drops Spearmint

3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier

Ice cube tray or candy mold

Step 1) In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly.

Step 2) In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.

Step 3) Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.

Step 4) Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.

Step 5) Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.

To Use: When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.

DIFFUSER BLENDS WITH SPEARMINT

Morning Refresh: 4 drops Spearmint, 4 drops Lemon, 2 drops Peppermint

Calm Focus: 5 drops Spearmint, 3 drops Frankincense, 2 drops Orange

After Dinner Air: 6 drops Spearmint, 3 drops DiGize, 2 drops Lemon

Clean Kitchen: 5 drops Spearmint, 4 drops Purification, 2 drops Lime

Holiday Mint Cocoa: 5 drops Spearmint, 3 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark

Crisp Confidence: 6 drops Spearmint, 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 2 drops Grapefruit

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ESSENTIAL OILS

When you have a cough or cold or feel one coming on, you just want to be comfortable – especially if you still have to work, travel, or take care of your children or loved ones! (click on the individual oil pictures to learn more about the oil)

Thieves Essential Oil Blend:

This blend is our go-to for all things immune system related! It's the blend infused into the chest rub and cough drops we just talked about – and for good reason! We love to apply and diffuse this blend, add Thieves Vitality to a mug of echinacea tea, or add it to epsom salts for an immune supporting detox bath!

Frankincense Essential Oil:

Frankincense is an immune and respiratory powerhouse! This historical oil has been used for centuries for health. Apply it with Thieves, Lemon, R.C. or Purification to the chest and back, add a few drops to the Thieves Chest Rub when you apply, add Frankincense to epsom salts for a detox bath, and diffuse this oil when you're feeling down. Get it in, on and around you as much as possible!

Lemon Essential Oil:

Lemon is a wonderful oil for soothing cough and creating comfort in times of congestion. Diffuse it, apply it with Frankincense and Thieves Chest Rub, add a few drops of Lemon Vitality to echinacea tea, and add Lemon to detox baths. Lemon is high in limonene, a constituent highly regarded for its immune system support.

R.C. Essential Oil Blend:

Standing for Respiratory Comfort, R.C. essential oil blend is a gentle eucalyptus blend that we love for soothing and comforting the respiratory system. Diffuse, apply, and add this oil to detox baths as much as possible. This is a great choice for little ones too!

Purification Essential Oil Blends:

This purifying blend is another favorite for immune and respiratory needs. Containing Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Myrtle and other purifying oils, it makes a great addition to your comfort routine during times of cough or cold. Diffuse, apply, and add to bath salts.

Raindrop Technique Collection: This curated set of essential oils is a powerful tool for promoting health, wellness and vitality – both proactively and for acute needs since the oils included can be incredible tools for healing! This collection features nine essential oils with immune and respiratory support properties. We love them for making rollers and adding to detox baths!

Thieves chest rub & cough

THIEVES CHEST RUB

A must-have for every medicine cabinet, Thieves Chest Rub is a 100% plant-based alternative for over-the-counter cough and congestion relief. This natural chest rub soothes sniffles, coughs, and congestion for the whole family with a powerful blend of essential oils and natural, plant-based ingredients.Plus the easy-to-use bottle doesn't even require you to get your hands messy!! The formula is free of petroleum, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, synthetic perfumes or dyes, artificial colors, or preservatives and still packs an incredible punch when it comes to cough and cold! Pure ingredients and all the power of Thieves kicking that chest congestion to the curb? We will take some of that!

Sadly, conventional chest rubs are filled with synthetic additives and diluents, and even the ‘natural' options are less than ideal. Many options use petroleum as a base. Petroleum (petrolatum) is often not fully refined in the US, which means it can be contaminated with toxic chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.Many ‘natural' chest rubs also contain impure essential oils or other lower-grade components that don't meet the same standards as the ingredients found in Young Living products. The active ingredient in the most popular over the counter chest rub is actually a synthetic version of Ravintsara essential oil! And we are always going to choose the original over a synthetic copy, especially when it comes to our health and our family's health!

THIEVES COUGH DROPS

Get natural, quick, and safe cough, congestion, and sore throat relief Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops! These are a staple in our cough and cold toolbox. They are easy to keep at home or take on the go, made with naturally derived ingredients, taste great, and work wonders!

Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops are minty, spicy, and sweet without processed sugar, dyes, artificial flavors, or preservatives found in conventional cough drops. Infused with Cinnamon Bark, Peppermint, and Lemon essential oils, these menthol-based drops make soothing coughs and colds simple and tasty.

THIEVES HARD LOZENGES

Infused with Young Living's signature Thieves essential oil blend of Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Lemon essential oils, these lozenges are one of the things we reach for to keep our immune systems firing on a daily basis! The Thieves Hard Lozenges are a sugar-free dietary supplement to add to your daily wellness regimen with more of a cinnamon taste than a menthol one.We use these daily when we need a lozenge, when we travel to bolster our immune systems, and sometimes in place of the Thieves Cough Drops when we are out or if someone doesn't want the strong menthol taste of the drops (but it's that menthol that helps open the airways and soothe the throat!).

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