Properties of Peppermint Essential Oil
Anesthetic and Analgesic: Peppermint essential oil is one of the most effective for relieving localized pain and discomfort.
Digestive Tonic and Stimulant: Helps to relieve and speed up digestion. Anticatarrhal, expectorant, and mucolytic: Peppermint helps clear the respiratory system.
Refreshing: Ideal for cooling down on hot days, as well as when we have overexerted ourselves physically or been exposed to too much sun.
General Stimulant: Helps us maintain a high level of mental, physical, and energetic performance for any task ahead.
Practical Uses and Applications of Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil has traditionally been used to help with the following situations:
Skin Issues: herpes, eczema, itching.
Nervous System: lack of concentration, neuralgia, headaches, vertigo, travel sickness...
Musculoskeletal System: arthritis, rheumatism, tendinitis…
Digestive System: flatulence, vomiting, nausea, dyspepsia, indigestion, hepatopancreatic insufficiency.
Respiratory System: rhinitis, sinusitis, otitis.
Urinary System: urinary discomfort.
Circulatory System: varicose veins, tired legs.
Recipes with Peppermint Essential Oil
FOR MASSAGE
- To relieve muscles after physical exertion and alleviate tired legs: Use a mixture of 3-4 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil with 3-4 drops of Rosemary Camphor Essential Oil, and a teaspoon of Black Cumin or Hemp Oil on the muscles.
- To improve heavy digestion: Apply 3-4 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil with 2-3 drops of Fennel Essential Oil on the abdomen.
- To relieve headaches: Apply 1 drop of Peppermint Essential Oil diluted with a few drops of carrier oil on the temples and neck, being careful not to get it in the eyes.
FOR DIFFUSION
- To clear the mind: Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser along with Lemon and Rosemary Essential Oils.
- To refresh and calm the nervous system: Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser along with Lavender Essential Oil.
- For serene work: Combine 4 drops of peppermint with 4-6 drops of sweet orange essential oil.
IN COSMETICS
- As a body scrub: Mix 10 tablespoons of coarse salt with 10 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil, 6 tablespoons of Almond Oil, and 5 drops of Lemon Essential Oil. Apply this mixture all over the body with circular massage movements using your hands, and rinse off with water when finished.
- Refreshing mint shampoo: Add a single drop to a generous application of shampoo, or create a mixture with a maximum of 1% - 2% essential oil added to the bottle of your shampoo (mix very well).
Refreshing Lip Balm
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon beeswax
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
Instructions:
- Melt the beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil in a double boiler.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Add the peppermint essential oil and mix well.
- Pour the mixture into small lip balm containers and let it cool completely before use.
Benefits: This refreshing lip balm hydrates and protects the lips, providing a sensation of freshness and immediate relief.
Relaxing Foot Massage
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
- 8 drops peppermint essential oil
- 4 drops lavender essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix the sweet almond oil with the peppermint and lavender essential oils.
- Pour the mixture into a small bottle and shake well.
Use: Massage this mixture into your feet at the end of the day to relieve tiredness and provide a sensation of freshness and relaxation.
Benefits: This relaxing foot massage relieves fatigue, reduces swelling, and leaves a feeling of freshness and comfort.
Other Recipes
Energetic Home Spray
Ingredients:
- 1 cup distilled water
- 1/4 cup witch hazel
- 10 drops peppermint essential oil
- 5 drops lemon essential oil
Instructions:
- In a spray bottle, mix the distilled water and witch hazel.
- Add the peppermint and lemon essential oils.
- Shake well before each use.
Use: Spray in the air in your home or workspace for a refreshing and energizing atmosphere.
Benefits: This energizing spray helps improve concentration, lift your mood, and keep the environment fresh and clean.
Peppermint Essential Oil Blends Well With:
Recommended Dilutions for Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil should always be used diluted and avoiding sensitive areas (mucous membranes, eyes...)
Maximum generic dilution for topical use recommended for adults: 5%
Maximum generic dilution for topical use recommended for children: 2% (over 6 years old)
Strictly avoid use in children under 3 years old.
Essential oils are highly concentrated substances and must be diluted in almost all uses. Use our dilution table to get a more detailed idea about the correct use of essential oils:
ESSENTIAL OILS DILUTION GENERAL GUIDE
Notes from Our Expert Aromatherapists
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“Peppermint Essential Oil has an immediate effect on the mind. Just by smelling it, we feel fresh and clear-headed for any task. Similarly, if we apply it to our muscles after physical exertion, we will instantly notice its refreshing action and deep, long-lasting relief.”
Luis Rodero, Aromatherapy Expert
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Identification
Botanical Name: Mentha Piperita (L.) Labiatae
Origin: Spain
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Distilled or Extracted Part: Leaves
INCI: Mentha Piperita Oil
Safety
Keep out of reach of children.
Some natural components of this essential oil may pose an allergy risk to some individuals. Always perform a patch test before using any new preparation by applying a few drops to the inside of the elbow.
Oral use: Yes (under professional advice).
Topical use: Suitable in dilution.
Diffuser: Suitable
Phototoxicity: No
Sensitizing: No
Irritating: No
Allergens naturally present in this essential oil:
Limonene < 6% Linalool < 0.5%
Essential Oil Storage
It is equally important to know how to store essential oils to ensure their good condition and prevent them from becoming toxic or irritating due to oxidation or contamination. Therefore, we recommend reading this small guide:
Storage of Essential Oils
Important
The information about oils provided by Essenciales comes from popular sources and is for educational purposes only, and does not intend to offer or sell this product as a diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease. The International Federation of Aromatherapists does not recommend the ingestion or internal consumption of essential oils except under the strict supervision of a physician or qualified aromatherapist and clinical phytotherapy specialist. It is always recommended to properly dilute essential oils. If you are pregnant, have epilepsy, liver failure, or have a health problem, use essential oils only under medical prescription. Never use essential oils on children without the proper knowledge or indications from a professional.
Never ignore professional medical advice.
Essenciales does not provide medical advice nor is involved in the practice of medicine.
