PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL

Beauty and health

✅  A mouthwash with Mentha × piperita essential oil can fight off any bad smell into your mouth! In addition it can be effective against gum infection (or gum disease) (Alankar, 2009-Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research). For cool breath you can drip 1 drop of Mentha × piperita essential oil in a glass of water .Do a mouthwash and you’ll be ready! Υοu can also drip 1 drop of Mentha × piperita essential oil in your toothpaste and brush your teeth!

✅  To relieve your chapped and swollen feet and if you want to avoid any bad smell, dilute 1-3 drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil in 5 ml carrier oil (for example use almond oil) and rub your feet using a clean cloth. In addition you can enjoy a relaxing footbath! You need only to fill a tub with water and drip 3-5 drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil.

✅  To alleviate headache drip 1-2 drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil on your finger and rub your temples, your forehead, or your neck. Please avoid eye contact. If you have irritated or sensitive skin please dilute the essential oil before you apply it to your skin (1 drop of essential oil in 1⁄2 teaspoon vegetable oil).

✅  To relieve your sore joints and muscle soreness you can dilute 3-5 drops of essential oil in 10 ml carrier oil and enjoy a massage!

✅ According to Eccles et al., (1988), the substance “menthol” has a specific pharmacological effect on the nasal sensory, nervous endings and it has nothing to do with the “mint scent”. The experiment they made, revealed that menthol inhalation can increase the nasal sense of the air flow to 40 patients. In addition menthol has been used as medication for the common cold (Patil et al.,2007).So, in case of a common cold or nasal congestion you can dilute 5-7 drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil in1⁄2 liter boiled water and inhale in order feel better. People who are asthmatic or have serious breath problems should consult their doctor before using this essential oil.

✅  2-3 drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil in your shampoo or conditioner fortify your hair, give extra scent and can be active against dry skin, dandruff and lice (Alankar, 2009- Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research). If you like peppermint scent you can also drip 2 drops in your shower gel (1-2 tablespoons) and have an aromatic bath!

✅  Mentha × piperita essential oil can be a relief to the itch sensation caused by an insect bite. Dilute 3-5 drops of essential oil to10 ml carrier oil and rub the irritated skin or use it as an insect repellent. You should apply it every 2,5 hours.

Household care

✅   Some drops into the filter of your vacuum cleaner can perfume the carpet during sweeping.

✅   Put some drops of Mentha × piperita essential oil in a vaporizer to perfume your room’s atmosphere. Mentha × piperita scent can also improve your concentration and it is active as a brain stimulant (Alankar, 2009- Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research), so it is appropriate for students who need concentration during their exams.

✅   Put 20 drops of Mentha× piperita essential oil in 250 ml of water and use a sprayer to perfume your room’s atmosphere!

Allergic reaction test

In order to confirm that you aren’t allergic or sensitive to a particular essential oil and to make sure that it won’t cause an irritation to your skin you should do a quick test. Dilute 1 drop of essential oil in 1⁄2 teaspoon of olive oil. Apply this to a small area of your skin first (elbow, forearm, arm) .Wait for 24 hours. If during this time you don’t get any irritation, you can continue the use.

Precautions – Safe usage

  • It should be used always diluted (dilution up to 5,4%) in a carrier oil. You should avoid skin contact while the essential oil is not diluted.
  • If you are allergic or if you have sensitive skin don’t do a massage using this oil. In case of a reaction please consult your doctor.
  • It should be used by kids 7+.
  • Don’t apply the oil to your eyes and generally avoid the contact with sensitiveareas. If there is an eye contact wash out with water for about 15 minutes.Remove your contact lenses and consult your doctor if you feel discomfort.
  • Avoid the use during pregnancy and breastfeeding or consult your doctor.
  • Keep this product away from kids and pets.
  • Keep the product in a cool ,dark place and away from heat sources (be careful it is flammable) .
  • In case of an ingestion don’t try to bring it up, but wash out your mouth with much water and consult your doctor.
  • It can be toxic for fish and aquatic creatures, so avoid spilling it without a reason.