Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Peppermint Essential Oil

 
Oil of the month: Peppermint!

Peppermint can help with a significant amount of ailments including sinus congestion, headaches, circulation, fevers, digestive issues, concentration, and muscle & joint pain.

Add a few drops to your bath for mild aches and pains,  massage onto your feet for sinus congestion, rub onto the back of your neck and scalp for a headache, or rub directly onto problematic muscles and joints.  Peppermint can be very strong, so be sure to use a carrier oil, especially if using on children.  

Much like lavender oil, peppermint essential oil is soothing in small amounts but becomes a  stimulant in larger amounts.

A word of caution: Peppermint can stimulate the uterus, so please use this oil with caution if you are pregnant.

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