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Cooling

🌿 Peppermint — Essential Oil

Mentha piperita
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Botanical name
Mentha piperita
Category
Cooling

🎯 Main uses

HeadachesEnergyDigestionCoolingFocusNauseaBreathingFever

Peppermint essential oil (Mentha piperita) is a Cooling oil, well known in aromatherapy for its remarkable properties. Energizing and cooling. Great for headaches. Its main uses include: Headaches, Energy, Digestion, Cooling, Focus, and more.

💧 How to use

Aromatic: Add 3-5 drops to a diffuser with water and diffuse for 30-60 minutes. You can also inhale directly from the bottle or from your palms (rub 1 drop between hands). Topical: Dilute 1-2 drops in 5 ml carrier oil (coconut, jojoba) before applying. Massage gently onto the desired area. Internal: Add 1 drop to a glass of water or place under the tongue. Use only therapeutic-grade oils and do not exceed the recommended dose.

🧪 Chemical composition

Chemically, Peppermint essential oil contains mainly Menthol, Menthone. These compounds are responsible for the oil's characteristic therapeutic effects.

🛡️ Safety notes

From a safety perspective, Peppermint essential oil should be avoided during pregnancy. It is not recommended for young children without supervision.

⚠️ Warnings: Not on face under 6.

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⚕️ Information is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice.