Peppermint was widely used by teh ancient Greeks and Romans, and may have been cultivated by the Egyptians. The term “mint” is from the Greek Mintha, a mythological nympth transformed into a plant by the goddess Persephone after she learned of her husband Pluto’s love for her. This oil is 100% pure.
Peppermint 100 Pure Essential Oil 30 ml
Peppermint oil has been cultivated since ancient times, having been found in Egyptian tombs as far back as 1000 BC. Peppermint oil can assist in nervous disorders, the respiratory tract, for muscle aches and pains and for skin problems. Its cool, minty, fresh, sweet scent is not only refreshing, but stimulating as well. Aroma therapists use Peppermint in treating asthma, nausea, colic, cramps, colds, fevers, fainting, headaches, mental fatigue, flatulence and nausea. Peppermint oil may also help to lessen or eliminate apathy, shock, migraines, nervous stress, vertigo and faintness. It is useful in general respiratory disorders as well as dry coughs, sinus congestion, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis and cholera. It is known to relieve pain from toothaches, aching feet, rheumatism, neuralgia, muscular pains and painful menstrual cycles. Note: May cause irritation on sensitive skin.
Create a beauty spa within your home with simple and effective treatments. In this inspiring little book, author Jo Glanville-Blackburn encourages you to take care of yourself with simple rituals that you can build into your life day to day. Home Spa: Relax offers useful information for even those of us with only ten minutes to spare. Packed with creative ideas, practical information and healthful hints, Relax helps soothe your soul and revitalize your spirit.
Relax seeks to bring calm and serenity to your life with suggestions such as: meditate to clear your mind and focus on just one thing; mix two drops each of lavender and peppermint oil in 1/2 ounce of almond oil – rub into neck, temples, forehead and earlobes to clear your mind; listen to soothing music – music is cleansing and uplifting to the body.
Vibrational Healing Revealing the Essence of Nature through Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
In a therapeutic blend bringing together Chinese Medicine, reflexology, and cranial sacral therapy, massage therapist Deborah Eidosn shows how essential oils and Bach Flower Remedies can be used to identify and free up emotional blockages which may be causing you problems.
There are a variety of herbs that can be uplifting, refreshing and stimulating in aromatherapy use. The most famous of which is peppermint. Peppermint is commonly used in herbal infusions for a refreshing and invigorating tea drink. The Egyptians used Peppermint to flavour food and wine and highly valued its menthol content. Culpeper recorded Peppermint as highly useful against stomach complaints including wind and vomiting. Peppermint essential oil is distilled from the whole of the plant and is almost completely clear in appearance. Peppermint oil is a British classic that has spread almost worldwide and is very expensive to obtain. Peppermint oil is also highly concentrated and has a very powerful aroma. Peppermint is excellent for both the digestive system and as a decongestant. It can also be used for skin disorders, colds, flu, flatulence, headaches, toothache and sunburn. Many confections such as mints or chewing gum are peppermint flavoured; herbal migraine sticks contain the active ingredient of peppermint. Peppermint can also be used to make cafe syrups, cosmetics, body lotions, hair products, herbal cigarettes, sweets, herbal teas and more. Peppermint is strongly associated with refreshing and clean sensations as well as opening up the airways.
Peppermint essential oils can be used by inhalation, baths or massage. Peppermint oil is also used in gripe water to settle upset stomachs and inhalation through a handkerchief can help alleviate headaches and travel sickness. It also makes a refreshing and cooling skin tonic or bath oil during the summer. Peppermint is very potent so its advised not to use concentrations above 1% as it can otherwise cause irritation.
