Peppermint Essential Oil

Aug 29, 2023
2 min read

Mentha × piperita

Peppermint is a plant native to Europe and the Middle East. It is a natural vasodilator, which helps increase blood flow. Peppermint is contains menthol which helps relax muscles, joint aches, and other body pains. Peppermint also has anti-inflammatory properties.

The peppermint plant is a natural hybrid of the spearmint and water mint plants. The peppermint essential oil holds many versatile benefits. Peppermint contains menthol which provides a cooling sensation when applied to the skin. Due to its natural vasodilator properties, the oil is renowned for its potential to alleviate headaches, and relieve congestion.

How to use: aromatically, internally, topically

Benefits:

dry, itchy scalp
hair health/growth
nausea
IBS
stomach pains
common cold
congestion
seasonal allergies
headaches
muscle and joint pain
exercise performance
fresh breath

Recipes and DIYs:

Add to your shampoo:

Opt for a gentle and sulfate-free shampoo as a base. This will ensure that the essential oil doesn't mix with harsh chemicals. Add 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil to your bottle of shampoo and shake well. Shampoo as usual and rinse well.

Cooling hair growth and scalp health serum:

Mix a few drops of peppermint essential oil with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or jojoba oil. A

recommended ratio is around 2-3 drops of peppermint oil per tablespoon of carrier oil. Apply the diluted mixture to your scalp using gentle massaging motions. Focus on areas where you're looking to promote hair growth or where hair thinning is noticeable. Leave the oil mixture on your

scalp for about 15-30 minutes to allow the scalp to absorb the beneficial properties. Wash your hair using a mild shampoo to remove the oil. Rinse thoroughly.

For headaches: Applying diluted peppermint oil to the

temples or massaging it onto the neck can help alleviate

tension headaches and migraines.

Massage oil:

Dilute the peppermint essential oil with your choice of carrier oil (fractionated coconut oil or jojoba oil work great). A recommended ratio is 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil to 1 tablespoon of carrier oil. Lavender essential oil blends well with peppermint. This blend can create a soothing aroma for a massage.

Diffuser Blends:

Diffusing peppermint oil can give you the many benefits of this oil like headache relief, improved mood, decrease nausea, and stress relief. Adding other essential oils along with peppermint oil can give you a surplus of benefits and uplifting aromas for your home.

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