Peppermint essential oil extracts the plant essence of peppermint. Peppermint essential oil can not only maintain the skin, but also be used in the digestive system. It also has a very good detoxification effect. The fragrance of peppermint essential oil is very cool, and only smelling the scent also has a unique effect, so next, let’s talk about the efficacy and usage of peppermint essential oil.
Seven effects of peppermint essential oil
1. Cleansing
Peppermint essential oil has the effect of cleansing the skin, especially for oily skin. It has a very good degreasing effect. It can not only clean the oil that clogs the pores, so that the pores become smooth, but also can regulate the skin and reduce the secretion of oil. The skin is more refreshing and clean, giving the skin a cool feeling. If you have blackheads or acne on your skin, you can also use peppermint essential oil to remove and improve it.
2. Calming and soothing
The most important difference between peppermint essential oil and other essential oils is its cooling properties. After using peppermint essential oil on the skin, it will have a calming effect on the skin. If the skin has burning and itching symptoms, then use a little peppermint essential oil to relieve the skin Discomfort can soothe and calm the skin.
3. Anti-inflammatory
If there is inflammation on the skin, the use of peppermint essential oil can also have an anti-inflammatory effect, can also contract microvessels, and improve acne, eczema, and ringworm on the skin.
4. The role of analgesia
Peppermint essential oil also has analgesic effects. If you have headaches, migraines, toothaches and other body pain problems, then using peppermint essential oil has the effect of clearing analgesia, which can reduce physical pain and relieve physical discomfort.
5. The role of treatment
In addition to maintaining the skin, peppermint essential oil also has a certain therapeutic effect on some physical diseases. If you have a cold and fever, using peppermint essential oil can reduce the temperature and inhibit mucosal inflammation. It can also promote sweating in the body and make the illness better. If the stomach has bloating, pain and burning, then the use of peppermint essential oil can also reduce pain and discomfort.
6. Soothing and refreshing effect
Due to the cooling effect of peppermint essential oil, when you feel unusually angry or frightened, smelling the aroma of peppermint essential oil can soothe the emotions and play a refreshing role, which can calm down the high emotions.
7. Air purification
Diffuse peppermint essential oil in an ultrasonic diffuser or nebulizer to purify the air. If there is an unpleasant smell that is difficult to dissolve in the air, using peppermint essential oil can also drive off the unpleasant air and make the air in the space fresher. In the room, it can be used in cars, refrigerators and wardrobes. In addition to purifying the air, peppermint essential oil can also repel mosquitoes.
Ten Usages of Peppermint Essential Oil
1. Mix with cream or lotion
After dropping 1 drop of peppermint essential oil into 10 grams of cream / lotion / toner, mix evenly and apply an appropriate amount to the face every night to adjust the unclean and blocked skin. Its cool feeling can contract microvessels, relieve itching, inflammation and burns Skin is also very effective for removing blackheads and oily skin.
2. Body massage
Add 3-5 drops of peppermint essential oil to the massage base oil and do a partial body massage (note: due to the effective cooling effect of peppermint. It can relieve muscle fatigue, relieve neuralgia, and eliminate gastrointestinal discomfort.
3. Aromatherapy
Add 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil to the ultrasonic diffuser or directly diffuse using a nebulizer. The peppermint essential oil is quickly disseminated into the air, which can improve headaches, treat colds and relieve nasal congestion.
4. Air purification
Put 3-5 drops of peppermint essential oil into 30ml of purified water, use a spray bottle to dispense, shake well before each spray. Can make the indoor air fresh and clean.
5. Inhalation therapy
Put 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil in a cotton piece or handkerchief and put it in front of the nose. Inhale the essential oil to improve motion sickness and seasickness. If it is serious, apply a small amount of essential oil directly in front of the nose or temple to wake up the comatose .
Peppermint essential oil is rich in a large amount of menthol, which can help clean the respiratory tract. Whether it is nasal congestion, bronchitis, asthma, cold or cough, using peppermint essential oil can effectively relieve symptoms. Drop a few drops of peppermint essential oil on a paper towel and take a deep breath .
6. Cold compress
Add 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil to a basin of cold water (it is better to add ice cubes) and put in a towel. After a little agitation, wring the towel away and apply the towel to the forehead and hands to help reduce fever and relieve headaches.
7. Promote digestion
For indigestion, stomach pain, bloating and other discomforts, you can add 5-6 drops of peppermint essential oil to 10 ml of base oil, mix it evenly and massage gently in the stomach.
8. Relieve headaches
Add 2 drops of peppermint essential oil in pure water, soak the towel, wring it out slightly, and then press it firmly on the forehead to make a cold compress. If you add another drop of lavender essential oil, the cold compress will be better. If it is a headache caused by a hangover, this treatment is as effective.
9. Treatment of foot odor
Put 3-5 drops of peppermint essential oil in the footbath. If there is tea tree oil and lavender essential oil together, the effect is better. Stick to scrubbing hard, and it will be improved in a few days. Tips: Dropping a little peppermint essential oil in the shoes also has a good control effect on foot odor!
10. Relieve stress
Put 2 or 3 peppermint essential oils in the bathtub to make a hot bath, which can effectively relieve stress and reduce fatigue, and can also be used together in an unscented bubble bath. In addition: Peppermint essential oil is very suitable for aromatherapy in the study, helping to refresh the mind, invigorate the spirit and relieve stress.
