Certified Peppermint Essential Oil

Certified Peppermint Essential Oil
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Aroma: Fresh, Very Minty, Hot, Herbaceous
Blends Well With: Basil, Benzoin, Black Pepper, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine, Ravensara, Rosemary, and Tea Tree
Uses: Relief for Stomach Problems- Peppermint oil is a safe and effective alternative to medications like Buscopan in reducing colonic spasms. It helps ease abdominal pain by allowing gas to pass through easily. Peppermint oil also provides relief for indigestion and upset stomach. Peppermint contains large concentrations of menthol and is twice as potent in the essential oil form in decreasing smooth muscle spasm and blocking calcium channels in the gut.
Respiratory Benefits- Peppermint oil can be used as an expectorant and decongestant. Peppermint oil can also work against asthma as it contains rosmarinic acid, which helps curb inflammation-causing chemicals that may cause the condition.
Pain Relief-Peppermint is beneficial in addressing pain. It can be used to relieve sore muscles when used with massage or added to bath water. Dabbing a few drops on your wrist or inhaling the aroma can reduce headache pain. Like with sore muscles, it can be massaged onto your temples.
Positive Effect on Cancer-Related Treatments-Peppermint oil may help address chemotherapy-induced nausea. It can also help treat hot flashes in women receiving treatment for breast cancer.
Helps Ease Herpes Infections-Peppermint oil was found to have a beneficial effect on drug-resistant herpes simplex virus when applied topically. Using peppermint oil on shingles rash also helps improve pain induced by the disease.
Hair and Skin Health-Mixing peppermint oil into massage oils, shampoos, body washes, and lotions gives these products antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, helping cool skin and eliminate dandruff or lice from your scalp. Peppermint oil can aid in oil secretion in skin, therefore preventing acne. It can also heal cracked lips, which is why it’s often an ingredient in lip balms.
Dental Health- Peppermint oil extract is shown to be more effective than the mouthwash chemical chlorhexidine in preventing the development of biofilm that contribute to cavities. It can also prevent bad breath. To use, just add one to two drops to your toothpaste.
Comfort for Stress and Nervous System Problems-Due to its energizing effects, peppermint oil is used to help manage stress and treat nervous disorders and mental fatigue.
PRECAUTIONS
Oil Specific: Avoid using peppermint oil as a stimulant daily, as it can interfere with sleep. Reports show that peppermint oil overdose can cause the following symptoms:  Skin rashes, Slow or rapid breathing, Abdominal pain and diarrhea, Vomiting and nausea, Urinary problems, Convulsions, Depression, and Unconsciousness. While this oil can offer profound benefits, I recommend speaking to a healthcare provider before using it for therapeutic benefits.
Caution: Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, please consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Possible skin sensitivity. Do not apply to sensitive tissues. Not intended for children six years of age or younger.
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