Peppermint oil is one of the most versatile essential oils and has significant antimicrobial, antiviral activities and strong antioxidant. It can be used aromatically and topically to address a number of health concerns from muscles aches to seasonal allergy symptoms. It’s also commonly used to boost energy levels and improve both skin and hair health.
Relieves Muscle and Joint Pain
Peppermint essential oil is a very effective natural painkiller and muscle relaxant. It also has cooling, invigorating and antispasmodic properties, especially helpful in alleviating a tension headache. To use peppermint oil for pain relief, simply apply two to three drops topically to the area of concern three times a day to help your body relax, ease headache and reduce muscle pain.
Sinus and Respiratory Aid
Peppermint can help unclog your sinuses and offer relief from a scratchy throat. It acts as a refreshing expectorant, helping open your airways, clear mucus and reduce congestion. It also is one of the best essential oils for colds, flu, cough and other respiratory conditions.
Promotes Hair Growth and Reduces Dandruff
Peppermint is one of the best oils for hair growth, naturally thicken and nourish damaged strands. It can be used as a natural treatment for thinning hair, and it helps stimulate the scalp. Menthol in peppermint has proven to be a powerful antiseptic agent, so it may help remove germs that build up on your scalp and strands and effective for anti-dandruff.
To use peppermint for promote growth and nourishment, simply add one to two drops peppermint oil to your shampoo and conditioner or simply massage two to three drops of diluted peppermint oil into your scalp while showering.
Skin Health
Peppermint oil has calming, softening, toning and anti-inflammatory effects on the skin when it’s used topically.
Peppermint oil can hydrate areas affected by sunburn and relieve the pain. It can also be used to help prevent sunburn. To boost healing after sun exposure and help protect yourself from sunburn, dilute peppermint with coconut oil and apply it directly to area of concern.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.