What is Peppermint essential oil and what is it good for?
Peppermint essential oil is a powerful distillation of the leaves of the Mentha piperita or Mentha arvensis plants and contains a mix of chemical constituents such as menthol and menthone. There is documented evidence of ancient Egyptians using Peppermint oil as far back as 3,500 years ago. Because of its use in food, fragrance, and more, peppermint is one of the most recognizable scents and tastes in the world. So what is Peppermint oil used for? With only a few drops, you’ll find refreshing properties that help cool fatigued muscles after physical activity, create an invigorating aroma for work or study, and support digestive and gastrointestinal health when used internally. Keep a bottle of Peppermint oil on hand whenever you need to take a breather.
Harvesting the power of the peppermint plant
Native to Europe and the Middle East, peppermint is a naturally occurring hybrid between spearmint and watermint. This leafy plant grows bright-purple flowers in the summer and has vibrant green leaves that contain its powerful essential oil.
How is Peppermint essential oil obtained?
Peppermint essential oil is obtained by harvesting the plant with mowers that cut it without damaging the essential oil-heavy leaves. The leaves are then heated using steam and pressure in stainless steel containers, where the vapor is allowed to cool and separate into water and Peppermint essential oil. The oil is then bottled so people can make use of its refreshing properties.
The natural composition of the oil itself
Peppermint essential oil contains many chemical constituents, but there are two that stand out: menthol and menthone. Menthol and menthone are responsible for Peppermint’s distinct taste and fragrance, as well as for some of its physical benefits such as providing gastrointestinal support and creating an invigorating environment.
What are the uses and benefits of Peppermint essential oil?
What is Peppermint oil good for? Peppermint has a wide range of potential uses, from supporting digestion to soothing fatigued muscles and more. Let’s get into what Peppermint can do for you.
Benefits of Peppermint essential oil
Peppermint’s benefits come mainly from its key organic compounds: menthol and menthone. Menthol and menthone have a huge body of research available from sources such as the National Library of Medicine about their numerous benefits for human health, with more to be studied in the future about their potential value.
Using Peppermint oil to create a cooling sensation on fatigued muscles
For many people trying to improve their physical fitness, muscle fatigue is a huge hurdle to overcome. Try rubbing Peppermint oil diluted with a neutral carrier oil such as olive oil or coconut oil onto tired muscles after a workout or any heavy physical activity to help soothe them.
Using Peppermint oil for digestive support
When taken internally, Peppermint oil is shown to help support digestive health.
Using Peppermint oil during work or study
Diffusing Peppermint essential oil helps create an invigorating aroma that is conducive to work or study, so you can do your best even on dull projects. Using Peppermint oil in the home: By mixing Peppermint oil with baking soda, you can make your own carpet refresher to fill your home with freshness and attack stubborn odors caught in carpet fibers.
Using Peppermint oil on a hot day
When high temperatures are getting you down, add 2 drops of Peppermint to a cold, damp washcloth and apply it to your forehead or the back of your neck.
Using Peppermint oil in the shower
Put 4 drops of Peppermint oil on a washcloth and place it on the floor just outside the stream of the shower to release its invigorating aroma.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Peppermint Vitality™
Peppermint is one of the most widely used culinary essential oils in the world. Peppermint features as a main flavor in candies, desserts, and beverages, but it also adds complexity to all sorts of cooked dishes. If you want to cook with Peppermint, Young Living’s Peppermint Vitality™ essential oil provides the same premium essential oil as our original product, but it is labeled specifically for culinary use. Keep a bottle in the kitchen and infuse your culinary creations with a drop of pep!
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Peppermint essential oil
With its exhilarating scent, Peppermint essential oil can be diffused to establish a stimulating atmosphere that encourages productivity and focus during work or study. Alternatively, when applied topically, it provides a refreshing sensation that helps soothe muscles after physical activity.
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What blends well with Peppermint essential oil?
Peppermint is a powerful essential oil on its own, but it also blends well with other essential oils for even greater benefits. The minty, refreshing aroma can be mixed with an array of essential oils to bring out their natural properties and nose-tingling sensations. Mix and match with these essential oils and find a fusion that works for you.
Black Pepper
With its energizing aroma, Black Pepper is a powerful companion to Peppermint.
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Cypress
This oil’s evergreen, grounding aroma helps balance Peppermint’s energizing scent.
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Eucalyptus Globulus
Much like Peppermint, this oil creates an invigorating sensation on the skin and a refreshing breathing experience.
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Grapefruit
Although it’s best known for its bright citrus scent, Grapefruit essential oil contains antioxidants and has a fresh, uplifting aroma, much like Peppermint.
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Juniper
This sweet, woodsy scent pairs well with Peppermint to create an outdoorsy aroma perfect for meditation and contemplation.
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Lavender
While Peppermint is known for its energizing aroma, Lavender’s floral scent is known to help create a tranquil environment and may help ease occasional nervous tension. Combine these oils to get the best of both worlds.
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The benefits of premade blends
While many enjoy the creativity that comes with crafting a personalized blend, premade blends are carefully formulated to fuse multiple oils with precision, providing a consistent blend you can depend on. Inspired by D. Gary Young himself, each Young Living formulation hones in on essential oil combinations that promote specific benefits through their aromas, such as a moment of clarity and an uplifted atmosphere. Some of our favorite blends that feature Peppermint essential oil include:
Raven™ essential oil blendM-Grain™ essential oil blend
Transformation™ essential oil blend
Winter Nights™ essential oil blend
DiGize® essential oil blend
SclarEssence™ essential oil blend
PanAway® essential oil blend
Peppermint oil safety guidelines and notices
While Peppermint oil is known for its positive physical benefits, there are some safety guidelines to follow while using this oil.
Avoid the eyes and ears
Because these areas can be extra sensitive to essential oils, avoid the eyes and ears when applying Peppermint essential oil topically. Make sure all Peppermint oil residue has been washed off your fingers before inserting contact lenses.
Be cautious with preconditions
Some preconditions such as asthma or epilepsy may be triggered by essential oils, including Peppermint. We highly recommend consulting with your doctor if you have questions.
Do a skin test
Do a patch test with a single drop of Peppermint oil to identify how your body is likely to react. If the skin is hot or turns red, dilute the Peppermint oil with V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex (1 drop of Peppermint oil with every 2 drops of V-6 oil) or another carrier oil of your choice.
Consult your doctor if pregnant
If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before using Peppermint or other essential oils. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, or sensitive areas.
Keep away from infants
Peppermint oil is contraindicated for infants, meaning you should not use it on infants or allow them to ingest it.
Be cautious around pets
While it is safe to use Peppermint and other essential oils aromatically around pets, follow these safety guidelines when applying essential oils directly to their skin or fur. Because your pet may have individual skin sensitivities, use fewer drops of Peppermint essential oil for your pets than you would use for yourself or another person. Dilute your Peppermint oil when applying it directly to your pet’s skin or fur for the first time. Some small animals, including cats, metabolize essential oils differently; therefore, a “slow and low” approach works best. If you have questions, consult your veterinarian.
Where to buy Peppermint essential oil
When it comes to purchasing essential oils, it’s important to note that not all are created equal. To verify the Seed to Seal® quality of Young Living® essential oils, our products are tested and authenticated for quality without compromise. Our Seed to Seal quality commitment ensures a top-grade product every time. We go above and beyond to supervise the process all the way, from planting the seeds to distilling the essential oil. Pick up your first bottle and enjoy an authentic Peppermint experience with every drop.
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