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Is Mentha vegan?

Mentha

Vegan

Mentha is the genus of flowering plants commonly known as mint, belonging to the family Lamiaceae. Extracts and oils derived from mint species are widely used in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals for their aromatic, cooling, and antimicrobial properties.

Also known as Mint, Mint extract, Peppermint, Spearmint
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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