Peppermint

• Cleaning: Add directly to kitchen sponges, the washing machine, or the vacuum cleaner bag.
• Dental care: Use as part of a cold compress for teething or toothaches.
• Digestive aid: Add to unscented lotion or carrier oil and rub on the abdomen for colic, colitis, constipation, cramps, diarrhea, flatulence, food poisoning, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion, morning sickness, nausea, slow digestion, motion sickness, or vomiting.
• Foot care: Add to a foot bath for tired or aching feet.
• Hair care: Add to unscented shampoo and conditioner for scalp stimulation.
• Mood enhancing: Diffuse in a room or add to unscented massage lotion or carrier oil to relieve stress, mental fatigue, headache, migraine, or shock.
• Respiratory aid: Diffuse in a room, steam room, or sauna, or add to unscented massage lotion or carrier oil and massage onto the chest and upper back for asthma, bronchitis, cold, cough, flu, or sinus congestion.
• Skin care: Add to unscented facial cleanser, toner, carrier oil, or in aloe vera gel for acne, athlete’s foot, blackheads, dermatitis, eczema, cold sores, rashes, ringworm, scabies, and shingles. Use in a spritzer as an insect repellent.

Precautions

• Do not use alongside homeopathic treatment.
• Avoid use during pregnancy.
• Use only before 6:00 p.m. (Peppermint is a stimulant and can cause insomnia.)
• Always use a carrier oil, and do not use on the face.
• Do not use in the bath.
• Will cause a cooling effect with topical application.