PEPPERMINT BENEFITS

When applied to the skin, peppermint stimulates the circulation in a way that feels initially cooling and refreshing, then gently warming. Its analgesic properties mean it can be used to treat neuralgia, muscular pains, and headaches. It is also a first-class antiseptic. It is used in many beauty products. Always dilute the essential oil—it should constitute no more than 1 percent of the final mixture.
HERB
One of the most popular varieties of mint for medicinal
purposes, peppermint (Mentha Piperita), is a natural hybrid cross between Mentha aquatica (water mint) and Mentha spicata (spearmint).
ESSENTIAL OIL
With a fresh, sharp, menthol smell, peppermint oil is clear to pale yellow in color. It also has a slightly watery consistency.
CREATE A SCENT
For a fragrance that helps to relax the mind, try blending peppermint oil with lavender, neroli, lemon, and pine oils. It also works with eucalyptus and rosemary oils.

EAT YOURSELF BEAUTIFUL

Tea As a drink, peppermint tea aids digestion, which results in better skin.

TEA

The astringent qualities of brewed mint tea make it suitable for external use as a skin toner.

What is it good for?
Cleanses skin Peppermint oil and extracts are added to cleansers and toners meant for greasy and acne-prone skin. To make a quick toner, brew some peppermint tea, allow to cool, and use to cleanse and refresh tired skin.
Conditions skin Added to lotions and body oils, peppermint oil cools and soothes skin after exposure to the elements. It is particularly soothing for tired feet or irritated skin—for a refreshing foot soak, try mixing some brewed mint tea or a few drops of the oil in a bowl of warm water.
acts as an antiviral Peppermint oil has virucidal properties that enable it to treat cold sores or even more resistant strains of the herpes simplex virus. Dab on a small amount of diluted oil to the area. Acts as an antiseptic The oil makes a useful antiseptic when added to products such as lip balms and hand creams.
Soothe bites and stings Peppermint oil is a natural insect repellent. It also soothes mosquito bites and other irritations, such as hives, poison ivy, and poison oak. Dilute in a base oil and dab on the affected area. combats body odor Peppermint oil is a useful ingredient in deodorants and foot washes. It is also used in dental preparations, as its antiseptic and deodorizing properties can help to combat bad breath.
Conditions hair and scalp Strong peppermint tea, allowed to cool, can act as a hair rinse to add shine and combat dandruff.
Ease headaches The oil helps to refresh the mind and aid focus. It has long been recognized as a safe and effective treatment for tension headaches and has an action that is similar to conventional drugs, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Add a drop of eucalyptus oil to a diluted peppermint solution to enhance its effectiveness.
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