Peppermint essential oil 10 ml

Peppermint oil is famous for its soothing and relaxing properties, toning, refreshing. It is used in the fields of medicine and cosmetology to solve various problems.

Aroma: menthol with a fruity tinge; dominant - invigorating, cool, fresh.

Synonyms: Mint oil, l'huile de menthe, Minzöl.

Country of origin: India

Part of the plant: flowers and leaves

Method of production: steam distillation

Psycho-emotional action

Relieves depression, nervous tension, restores strength, balances emotions. 

Peppermint essential oil eliminates nervous overexcitement, nervousness provoked by fatigue and lack of sleep. Potentiates the intellectual activity of women. Increases confidence, eliminates the expectation of trouble, excessive concentration of consciousness on the negative aspects of life.

Bright, refreshing smell of peppermint perfectly stimulates in mental fatigue, soothes the state of tension, refreshes and invigorates. Neutralizes unpleasant odors from animals, in kitchens and restrooms. In the aroma lamp repels insects.

Main cosmetic properties of peppermint oil

Peppermint oil is the lightest of all existing essential oils that contain menthol. It can be used to care for any type of skin. It improves color, tightens pores, regulates sebum production. It retains moisture in dry skin.

Peppermint oil refreshes, “awakens” the skin, erases traces of fatigue, sleep deprivation, stuffiness and hypoxia from the face. Increases the protective functions of the epidermis. Eliminates bacterial dermatitis, acne, vascular pattern and couperose.

Good for the care of oily and irritated skin, thanks to its energizing, refreshing and antiseptic action. 

Effective in inflammation and irritation of the skin, helps to eliminate the capillary pattern, improves skin color, revitalizes the skin in eczema and fungal lesions. 

Peppermint essential oil for hair

Based on the cleansing and refreshing properties of peppermint essential oil, cosmetologists recommend using it for oily scalp, brittle and dull hair, as well as in the presence of dandruff.

Enriching the shampoo with a few drops of peppermint essential oil will improve local blood circulation and activate hair growth; in addition, peppermint oil disinfects the skin and relieves itching and inflammation of the skin, so it is suitable for use with irritated skin.

After applying peppermint essential oil to the roots of the hair, you will feel a slight coolness and freshness. But be careful! Peppermint oil is considered to be a tonic product, and if overused, it can cause skin irritation.

However, in aromatherapy, peppermint oil for hair is known as a soothing and relaxing agent. Therefore, the smell of peppermint on your hair will help relieve nervous tension and restore a favorable emotional state.

You can enrich your shampoos with peppermint essential oil, just add a couple drops of the oil to your shampoo. With peppermint essential oil prepare masks for weakened hair, which activate their growth. You can also prepare a hair growth spray with peppermint essential oil, raspberry ketone and Procapil peptide.

Athletic use

Quickly relieves muscle pain associated with increased or sudden exertion (“muscle hangover”).

Healing action

Has antiviral and antibacterial activity in colds. Antipyretic. Has a soothing, anti-inflammatory effect in hoarseness and loss of voice. Eliminates laryngitis. Antispasmodic effect on blood vessels. Optimizes cerebral blood circulation.

Precautions:

Do not apply to the skin of children under 7 years of age, as peppermint contains high amounts of menthol, which is very strong on children's skin. Peppermint should also be used with caution in case of allergic hay runny nose.

Do not use in bronchospasms. Do not combine with homeopathic remedies, as peppermint dominates and “cancel” their action.

Peppermint essential oil is not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation. Avoid applying peppermint essential oil under the eyes. May cause an allergy attack in people who can not tolerate the smell of peppermint.

Feelings: when applied to the skin - tingling, cold for 2-3 minutes. Reactions are natural.

Combines with: eucalyptus, ylang-ylang, lavender, rosemary, jasmine, geranium, citronella, basil, bergamot, limette, rosewood, mandarin, ginger, sweet orange, oregano, nutmeg, naioli, neroli, petit greene, thyme, fennel, thyme.

All information provided on the site is for reference and should not be taken as a treatment guide or call to action. In case of any health problems or diseases it is necessary to consult a doctor and take aromatherapy as an additional help to the body. Consultation with an aromatherapist is mandatory.