Peppermint e.o.

Peppermint Essential Oil — Brisk Clarity & Cooling Comfort
Mentha × piperita

Naturally high in menthol, Peppermint essential oil delivers a signature cooling sensation and sharp, minty aroma that awakens the senses and offers relief to both body and mind. A time-honored favorite in everything from pharmaceuticals to fragrance, this versatile oil supports digestive comfort, mental clarity, and even household freshness with its antibacterial strength.

Whether used aromatically, topically, or around the home, Peppermint is your energizing companion in a bottle.

🌿 Why Peppermint?

• Contains menthol, which has local anesthetic properties and provides a cooling, soothing effect on skin and muscles
• Widely used to support digestive wellness, ease tension, and boost mental focus
• Adds refreshing flavor to culinary creations and uplifting fragrance to cosmetics and body care
• A potent choice for home use, from natural insect repellent to invigorating all-purpose cleaners

🧊 Everyday Remedies & Creative Uses

1. Aches & Pains
   - Apply diluted to temples, neck, or sore muscles to help ease headaches, nerve pain, or muscle tension
   - Inhale from cupped palms for instant clarity and alertness
2. Around the Home
   - Combine with water and vinegar for a natural antibacterial surface spray
   - Use in garden sprays to deter aphids or around cracks and crevices to repel rodents and bugs
   - Place peppermint-soaked cotton balls in corners to help keep pests at bay
3. Coughs, Colds & Digestion
   - Inhale to ease sinus congestion and respiratory discomfort
   - May support relief from nausea, bloating, and digestive upset (best under guidance when ingested)
4. Bonus: Energy & Focus
   - Diffuse for concentration and accuracy
   - Inhale before workouts or rub on neck and shoulders to stay energized
   - Add to a dampened facecloth for an instant cooldown on hot days

Note: Always dilute for topical use. Not recommended for young children, and individuals with sensitive skin should perform a patch test.

💡 Scent Profile & Pairings

• Aroma: Crisp, minty, cool, with refreshing herbal undertones
• Blends beautifully with:
  Herbs: basil, rosemary, marjoram
  Citrus: lemon, grapefruit
  Woods & Florals: eucalyptus, tea tree, lavender, geranium
  Spices: black pepper, cypress