A triple-distilled peppermint essential oil with a crisp, clean, candy-like aroma. Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid Parts Used: Leaves Processing: Steam distilled Origin: USA, Northwest This product is vegan. Please note: Peppermint is considered a dermal irritant - avoid application of known dermal irritant essential oils on any inflammatory or allergic skin condition; avoid undiluted application; avoid application on open or damaged skin; and dilute known dermal irritants with appropriate vegetable oil or other carrier. When using an essential oil you have never used before, perform a skin patch test. For external use only.