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Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil


While peppermint Essential Oil is known for it's invigorating aroma, there's more than meets the eye.Find out the many uses for Peppermint Essential Oil.

Peppermint Essential Oil is an easily recognizable oil thanks to its invigorating and energizing aroma, which always reminds me of Christmas, candy canes and peppermint patties. There are many uses for Peppermint Essential Oil for the body, mind, home and much more. Let’s check out the simple ways you can use Peppermint Oil in your life today.

Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint Oil Around the House

  • Make your own cleaning solution by combining 1/4 cup of vinegar, 2 cups of water, and 1/4 tsp Peppermint Oil in a spray bottle. Shake it gently to mix. To use, spray the surface cleanser on appliances and counter tops, wiping away with a sponge or soft cloth.
  • Add Peppermint Oil to baking soda and store in an open jar for an instant room deodorizer.
  • Add a few drops of Peppermint Oil to baking soda and sprinkle on carpet before vacuuming to eliminate carpet odor.

Peppermint Oil for Pests

  • Don’t let nasty pests destroy your houseplants! Add a few drops of Peppermint Oil to water in a spray bottle and lightly mist on plants to kill aphids with this easy DIY spray.
  • Remove ticks effortlessly by placing a drop of Peppermint Oil on a cotton ball and slightly touching the tick. It will back away from the skin and can be disposed of easily.
  • Stop ants in their tracks! Add a few drops of Peppermint Oil to a cotton ball and place it in their path.

Peppermint Oil for the Body & Mind

  • Want to beat the heat? Add Peppermint Oil to water in a spray bottle and mist on the neck and body to cool off during the hot summer months.
  • Peppermint Oil supports concentration and motivation, so diffuse it in your office or home when you need help getting a task completed.
  • Add a few drops of Peppermint Oil to coconut oil and rub gently on sunburned skin for relief.
  • Ease headache tension by applying a couple drops of Peppermint Oil on the temples.Do you have an itchy, dry scalp or dandruff? Stimulate the scalp by adding a drop of Peppermint Oil to your shampoo before applying it to wet hair as usual.
  • Add a drop of Peppermint Oil to your tongue to freshen breath.
  • Diffuse in the air for an uplifting, energizing scent.
  • Peppermint Oil is cool to the touch and perfect for soothing sore muscles. Rub a few drops on trouble areas like the back, knees, etc.

 These are just some of the uses for Peppermint Essential Oil. What uses would you add to this list?

*These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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