How to Use Peppermint Oil

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I've started to collect a small apothecary of essential oil. So far, my stash includes lavender, tea tree oil and lemon oil. Thanks to Majestic Pure Cosmeceuticals, I can now add peppermint essential oil to the list. The first thing to do when you get a bottle of peppermint oil is open the bottle and take a sniff. It smells so good.

So, what are you supposed to do with peppermint oil? Majestic Pure was kind enough to provide me with a pamphlet with a list of ideas of how to use peppermint oil.

Peppermint Oil Uses

• Freshen your breath: Add a drop or two of the oil in water to make a quick mouthwash.
• Relieve upset stomachs: Rub a drop of oil on your belly when it aches or you have indigestion.
• Soothe sore feet and muscles: Add a few drops of peppermint oil in a small tub of cool water. Then dip the achy body part in the water for a icy cold sensation. 
• Boost your mood: When you're in a blah mood, sniff a little peppermint oil brighten your disposition, feel energized and focus better. 
• Energize your scalp: Add a drop of oil to your shampoo or conditioner to give your scalp a wonderful tingly feeling and to help prevent dandruff.
• Naturally relieve tension headaches: Massage some of the oil on to your temple and neck. 
• Make a special massage oil or lotion: Add a couple of drops to unscented lotion or oil (i.e., coconut oil) to make your own 
• Relax after a stressful day: Add a few drops of oil into warm bath and inhale the minty vapors. 
• Give your tea a kick: Add a drop of oil to your favorite blend for an interesting twist. Try it in iced tea, too.
• Naturally repel insects: Fungus gnats, mosquitoes, ants, spiders and other pests help the smell of peppermint. Mix a few drops of the oil in a spray bottle and spray the scented water into areas where you find the pests, like on spiderwebs. Spray it around the entrances to your home. To help get rid of fungus gnats, spray the peppermint oil onto the dirt around your plants. 

Peppermint essential isn't right for everyone. Mercola.com states that those with any of the following conditions should not use peppermint oil:

• Diabetes
• Hiatal hernia
• Gallbladder problems
• Women who are nursing or pregnant or nursing
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Children under the age of 7
• Those taking antacids

How do you use peppermint oil?

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