Peppermint essential oil (Japanese) is used in cosmetics for its fresh, minty and invigorating scent. Its smell is reminiscent of freshly picked peppermint. In cosmetics, it is prized for its refreshing and stimulating properties on the skin. It can help soothe itching, tone the skin and give a revitalizing feeling of freshness. Additionally, its invigorating scent is often used in oral care products and body and hair products.