menthol
noun
men·thol
ˈmen-ˌthȯl 
-ˌthōl
1
: a crystalline alcohol C10H20O that occurs especially in mint oils and has the odor and cooling properties of peppermint
2
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Those looking for more intense itch relief can try Sarna’s Calm + Cool Anti-Itch Lotion, which includes witch hazel and cooling menthol.
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Kelsey Eisen, Allure, 28 Oct. 2024
Instead of sugar or salt, this scalp scrub counts on apricot seed to exfoliate and menthol to purify.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024
Peppermint The menthol in peppermint might help temporarily relieve sore throat pain and inflammation.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Earthy, menthol notes are apparent in the nose and stay the course across the palate.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
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Kelsey Eisen, Allure, 28 Oct. 2024
Instead of sugar or salt, this scalp scrub counts on apricot seed to exfoliate and menthol to purify.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024
Peppermint The menthol in peppermint might help temporarily relieve sore throat pain and inflammation.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Earthy, menthol notes are apparent in the nose and stay the course across the palate.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
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“Menthol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menthol. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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menthol
noun
men·thol
ˈmen-ˌthȯl
-ˌthōl
: a white soothing substance from oils of mint
Medical Definition
menthol
noun
men·thol
ˈmen-ˌthȯl
-ˌthōl
-ˌthōl
: a crystalline alcohol C10H20O that occurs especially in mint oils, has the odor and cooling properties of peppermint, and is used in flavoring and in medicine (as locally to relieve pain, itching, and nasal congestion)
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