Mint Oil Uses

Peppermint is very useful in reducing sinus congestion when added to a bowl of steaming water. A rub may be applied to chest, back of neck area and behind ears.
Peppermint may ease headaches and migraines. Apply a rub to temple area in circular motion and across the forehead. For migraines: wet hair, put 4-5 drops into your hand and massage into the scalp.
Peppermint oil is soothing to sore muscles when added to a hot bath or massage directly into the muscles in a carrier lotion. Hot bath: mix 4 drops to sea salt or carrier oil. The carrier oil or sea salt will help disperse the oil through the water for an even effect.
Peppermint oil applied full strength, or mixed with a carrier oil, may relieve swollen feet and may reduce and assist in healing blisters, cuts and athletes foot by killing bacteria.
Peppermint is an excellent mild antiseptic for cuts and bee stings. Use a cotton swab, dip in oil and apply to affected area. This can reduce itching and swelling.
Use peppermint to soothe arthritis pain. Mix 4-5 drops of oil into 1 ounce of lotion and massage into joints.
For staying awake and alert, apply mint oil to tip of each nostril and temple area.
To relieve a sore throat, dip a cotton swab into oil and apply to the back of the tongue area.
Peppermint oil can dry oily skin and acne. Add peppermint oil to body wash, soap or apply by cotton swab directly to pimple or boil every 2 hours or as needed.
Mint oil can increase energy and aid in reducing depression when used as aromatherapy.
Adding mint oil to your humidifier can kill bacteria.
Mint oil added to animal shampoo is a natural flea and tick repellent. Note: All mint oils should be kept away from eyes.
Keep all oils out of reach of children. Pregnant women should consult a physician before using. Avoid all contact with eyes. Some people may be allergic to mint oil. This information is in no way intended as a substitute for medical counseling. Anyone suffering from any disease, illness or injury should consult a health care professional.