Peppermint Essential Oil (10ml)

Peppermint Essential Oil

Cooling, refreshing, clearing, stimulating and uplifting

Sanatio Naturalis Peppermint Mentha piperita is a pure therapeutic-quality aromatherapy essential oil from India, and is obtained by steam distillation from the leaves. Our finest essential oils are ethically and sustainably sourced, elegantly packaged in Sanatio Naturalis signature gift box.

Aromatic Description

Minty, fresh, herbaceous

Therapeutic Properties

Antiseptic, antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, analgesic, carminative, cooling, deodorant, expectorant, energizing, stimulating

This is a morning oil. It is a very useful natural remedy for headaches and in particular migraines. Peppermint addresses the nervous issues, clears foggy thinking and resolves the problem of nausea. It is excellent for stress, mental fatigue and depression, refreshing the spirit, stimulating the mind and improving concentration.

Frequently used in toothpaste and chewing gum, peppermint naturally freshens your breath. Peppermint Essential Oil contains menthol, which provides a wonderful cooling sensation. Try it as a cooling spray (simply mix peppermint oil with water)! Peppermint oil is a very effective natural painkiller and helps to ease muscular aches and pains, excellent in reducing acute, hot pain.

Peppermint oil provides effective relief from many respiratory problems including congestion, colds, cough, sinusitis, asthma, and bronchitis.

Peppermint is one of the most highly regarded herbs to aid digestion. It is also a great digestive tonic and may help to ease abdominal discomforts. Massage 2-3 drops along with a carrier oil onto abdomen.

How to Use Peppermint Essential Oil

Add 2 - 3 drops of peppermint essential oil to your regular morning shampoo to stimulate the scalp, energize your mind, and wake up! Because it is a powerful antiseptic, peppermint can also help remove dandruff and lice.

Peppermint is cooling, refreshing and energizing. Add 2 - 3 drops of peppermint oil in the diffuser to help clear sinus, nausea, headaches and to improve concentration, reduce fatigue and mental exhaustion.

Mouthwash - Add 2 drops of Peppermint oil into a cup of warm water for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse.

For tired aching feet, add 2 - 3 drops of peppermint essential oil to a footbath, soak for 10 - 15 minutes. Ideal choice on a hot day.

Sunburn Relief - Mix 1 drop of peppermint oil into a cream or lotion for a nice cooling sensation, reduce redness, relieve pain and itching, and soothe skin inflammation.

Safety

Peppermint should be avoided before bedtime. Use a maximum dilution of 1 - 2%.