There are many aromatic oils that you can use in aromatherapy, whether you’re using it as a standalone treatment or as part of a complementing first aid treatment. You should consider the following details when buying an oil: Latin Name, Country of Origin and Method of Extraction. I also provide a list of the best oils to consider when creating a combination.
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint ( Mentha Piperita ) – This is a certified organic steam distillation leaf from England. The USA has wonderful distillations. A fluid, colorless oil, peppermint has a distinctive, penetrating fragrance. Peppermint acts both as a regulator and can have a relaxing or invigorating impact depending on the situation. It is both antiseptic as well as antibacterial, making it a great blood cleanser.
Peppermint is well-known for its ability to relieve migraine headaches. It has been shown to reduce nausea caused by motion sickness. It is also useful for treating toothache, swollen gums or mouth thrush, as well as acne and swollen gums. To relieve tired feet and swelling, soak your feet in a footbath with a few drops of Peppermint oil. Peppermint aids in concentration, relieves congestion, and helps with memory retention. It can also be used alone or in a combination to help you study for exams.
Peppermint is known to reduce brain fog and keep you alert when you are tired. Peppermint is an analgesic and pain reliever. It can be used to ease tummy aches or sore, achy joints. It can be used to treat a variety skin irritations including Poison Oak or Poison Ivy. When treating insect bites or stings, add a few drops to your favorite anti-itch lotion. You can use it as a food flavoring or to add a little to your favorite cooling summer beverage and get a break from your day.
Combinations
You can make a combination of peppermint and any of these aromatic oils: Orange, Marjoram, Black Pepper, Ginger, or Rosemary. Peppermint is great for nausea but should be avoided during pregnancy because of its stimulating properties. Peppermint can cool you by constricting blood vessels so please only use very weak dilutions.
Peppermint Oil can aggravate GERD (gastro esophageal acid reflux disease), a form of heartburn. You can read my next article in this series, which will discuss the next essential oil that I recommend to include in your Aromatherapy Essential Oil kit – Anti-fungal & Anti-bacterial Oil.
Aromatherapy
Essential oils can be used safely and effectively to improve your health and well-being. They can also produce satisfying results in situations where other methods have failed. Aromatherapy is a non-invasive, gentle alternative and complementary health care system that can be used to balance and synchronize your body, mind and spirit. It can also help improve your health.
