Peppermint – Benefits And Uses

Essential Oil Profile

Botanical Name : Mentha Balsamea
Country of Origin: USA
Extraction Method: Steam distillation of leaves and stems
Scent Profile: Peppermint begins with sweet, green notes that give way to camphorous mint. Beyond the refreshing coolness lies hints of warm vanilla. This scent is considered a top note.

Therapeutic Properties / Health Benefits

Peppermint alleviates stomach discomfort by eliminating cramps and bloating, and improving overall digestion while preventing nausea resulting from pregnancy and motion sickness. It also reduces the discomfort of respiratory-related conditions such as cough and sore throat by decongesting and soothing respiratory passageways.

PEPPERMINT IN SKIN CARE

Acne Control: Peppermint regulates the secretion of sebum to prevent excess oil from clogging pores and trapping dirt while eliminating skin bacteria.

• How to use for face care
  Add one drop of essential oil to one dollop of your face cream or lotion and apply every two days. Do not be tempted to add more oil. Higher doses do not work better than regular applications.
• How to use for body care
  Use no more than 4 to 5 drops for every 5ml of carrier oil. Massage into affected area in gentle, even motions. If pain persists, consult a professional practitioner.

PEPPERMINT IN HAIR CARE

Oil Control: Peppermint can balance the oil production by moderating sebum secretion in the scalp glands, making it for use with dry or oily hair.

Promotes hair growth:  Peppermint can balance the oil production by moderating sebum secretion in the scalp glands, making it for use with dry or oily hair.

• How to use
  Dilute peppermint essential oil with a carrier oil such as jojoba oil, or sweet almond oil and use in a scalp massage oil.

HOW TO USE PEPPERMINT

- In a nebuliser
- In an oil burner
- In baths or inhalation

Blends well with

Peppermint oil blends well with ginger, eucalyptus, rosemary, lavender, marjoram, lemon and vanilla.

Caution/Side effects

Store in dark, cool area to prevent oxidation. Oxidised oil may cause allergic reaction.

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