Greetings
& Salutations my dear friends. I am
so glad you chose to join me. I thought
we would talk about Peppermint this week.
Peppermint (Mentha Piperata) is native to
The active principles of Peppermint oil include menthol - the most important element - mentone, Limonene, menthene and phellandrene. English plants are said to produce the best quality oil because of their moderate climate. Although menthol is extracted and extensively used in pharmaceutical products, it is more effective when used in its 'whole' slate, i.e., as an integral part of the essential oil. This is true of many essential oils. Commercially the oil is used in flavoring toothpaste, various medicines and, of course, in confectionery.
Peppermint is esteemed for its natural digestive support, but it is also an aroma that stirs up the mind, stimulating the circulatory system, calming the nervous system & opening up the respiratory channels.
Blending
peppermint oil with a gentle carrier oil like coconut oil makes a natural
remedy for fungal infections like jock itch, athlete’s foot, ringworm &
other bacterial & fungal infections.
There’s
been some evidence that diffusing peppermint oil in the air can alleviate
tension headaches with as much efficiency as acetaminophen. Also, if you’re not able to diffuse it, place
a drop on a handkerchief, gently inhaling.
Peppermint
essential oil clears physical & mental stagnation. It’s a proven stimulant & tonic for the
brain, pancreas & heart. It clears
the blood, lymph nodes, stomach & gallbladder. And it breaks through emotional blockages.
Adding
two drops into steam inhalation will help open up blocked sinus passages &
cleans out mucus from the respiratory tract.
When
you mix a half ounce of Sesame oil with three drops of Peppermint essential
oil, you can rub it on your stomach & abdomen. It will help relieve indigestion, diarrhea,
nausea, bloating, constipation, flatulence, fullness & stomach cramps.
Peppermint
oil is good for your skin, but it must be diluted. You can add two-three drops to a half ounce
of sweet almond oil. Add a couple of
drops to your daily lotions or creams.
Use the mixture of sesame oil & peppermint against dandruff, dry
itch scalp & even lice. Add
three-four drops to your shampoo or conditioner for smoother, silkier hair.
Diffused
peppermint oil, in either a bath or diffuser, helps relieve menstrual cramps,
muscular pain, urinary infections, nerve pain & so much more.
A
drop or two on your handkerchief can calm you.
It helps in treating anger, mental strain, confusion, nervousness,
depression, palpitations, vertigo, fatigue & anxiety. It can grant you immense energy &
confidence throughout the day. It helps
improve your concentration & memory.
I’ve
found that peppermint is a stronger aroma.
Much more so than lavender or even lemon. I find I would rather take it a drop or two
on a handkerchief or diluting it with other essential aromas as opposed to
diffusing it straight.
Peppermint is a hot oil, like lemon. So you’ll want to follow the same precautions. Stay out of the sun or sunlamp for at least 12 hours after applying to your skin. For massage oils make it no more than 1%. No more than a 3% blend with other oils.
A
1% blend with a carrier oil is 3 drops of oil per .5 ounce of carrier. A 3% blend is 9 drops per .5 ounce.
This
is just the beginning of what there is to learn. I hope I’ve provided a foundation for
you. You can find Organic Aura Cacia
Peppermint Oil at http://www.lbelitearomas.com/product-p/104-106-113-oep.htm#.
Thank
you for joining me. I look forward to
talking with you again soon. Til then,
Be Blessed
LB
