Peppermint Organic Essential Oil

Fresh, minty, and energising, Peppermint revitalises and refreshes the mind, restoring depleted energy and enhancing feelings of positivity. Invigorating for the mind, Peppermint essential oil is mentally clarifying and clearing. It’s been shown to enhance cognitive performance by improving concentration and memory, aiding clear thinking. You can find Peppermint in our Mind Clear range, a pre-blended wellbeing solution to help relieve everyday pressures and sharpen your mind. One of the most used essential oils for headaches and migraines, Peppermint contains menthol, which has been shown to help relax muscles and ease pain. This can be useful for relieving headaches when inhaled, diffused or massaged into the areas of pain or tension. It can also be helpful for soothing sore muscles and joints when used in a massage blend. Peppermint oil has been shown to help increase circulation, which could improve hair growth when used on the scalp. As an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory, it may help with itching and dryness on the scalp. Combine Peppermint with a blending oil of your choice to create a hair mask or add a few drops to your shampoo and conditioner. A natural decongestant, inhaling or diffusing Peppermint oil can help clear blocked sinuses and support the symptoms of sinusitis. Peppermint may help ease nausea and travel sickness when inhaled, and its ability to increase mental alertness and refresh the mind can help relieve the symptoms of jet lag. An effective natural alternative to chemical insect repellents, Peppermint has long been used in the home to deter spiders and other bugs. Top Tip: Add 2 drops of Peppermint to a cotton ball/pad and place around your home to deter spiders and other bugs. Aromatically, Peppermint is a top-note essential oil. Sweet and fresh, it’s the first oil you will smell in a blend. Native to the Mediterranean, Peppermint now grows in abundance across the globe. A hybrid of Spearmint and Watermint, it’s the most pungent of the mint (Lamiaceae) family by far. Its fresh and invigorating aroma is due to its high menthol content, and you only need to touch the plant to release its recognisable aroma. It has tough, dark stems and serrated green leaves. Peppermint can be found in many places in history, tracing back to Chinese and Japanese folk medicine practices and even ancient Egyptian times, where dried Peppermint leaves were found placed in tombs inside pyramids. In Greek and Roman culture, it was used to scent bath water and fabrics as it was thought to help calm nerves. Read more about Peppermint essential oil hereDiffuser Blend – Add 6-8 drops of Peppermint to your diffuser to create a stimulating and revitalising atmosphere. It is also helpful for relieving the symptoms of coughs and colds. Massage Blend – Add up to 5 drops per 10ml of blending oil. This can be relieving for muscular aches and digestive discomfort. Use with caution on sensitive, damaged or allergy-prone skin. Bath Blend – Add 4-6 drops of essential oil to 20ml of blending oil. This application is not recommended for those with sensitive skin. Alternatively try a foot bath to cool feet in hot weather using 2 drops per 10ml of blending oil and add to a basin of tepid water, swirl around and soak feet. Inhalation – Useful for relieving head colds and nasal congestion, add 3-5 drops of Peppermint to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over your head, close your eyes and breathe. This application is not suitable for asthmatics, instead use in a diffuser. Eucalyptus, Lavender & RosemaryIngredients – 100% Mentha piperita (peppermint) oil. Our Organic Peppermint essential oil originates from India. It’s extracted from the vibrant green leaves of the herb using steam distillation to produce a thin, colourless essential oil.This packaging is 100% recyclable. Recycle carton separately. Remove the cap from the bottle and recycle separately. Recycle the glass bottle with dropper and label attached.For external use only. Peppermint oil is best avoided in facial massage. Do not use undiluted on the skin. Avoid contact with sensitive areas, such as eyes. Do not use essential oils on children under 5 years old. Consult your healthcare professional before using essential oils during pregnancy. Best kept in a cool dry place. Naturally occurring allergens: Limonene, Linalool. May produce an allergic reaction. For more information and a better understanding of the meanings behind the hazard symbols and warning statements on your product packaging, CLICK HERE.Free Express DPD UK Delivery on all orders over £30 (2-3 working days). Delivery methods and prices are confirmed at checkout. For more details please see delivery & returns click here.