Peppermint oil - 1 liter
$300.00
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$300.00
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Peppermint oil - 1 liter
$300.00
Sale price
$300.00
Regular price
Peppermint oil is a highly concentrated essential oil steam-distilled from the leaves of the Mentha piperitaplant. In cosmetics, it is the ultimate invigorating and stimulating sensory agent, powered heavily by its primary active compound, menthol.
Unlike nourishing oils that coat the skin or hair, peppermint oil is a highly active treatment used to awaken circulation, deliver an intense cooling sensation, and deep-cleanse imbalances.
💇♀️ The Hair Growth & Scalp Stimulator
- Boosting Hair Growth and Density: Scientific studies show that menthol acts as a potent vasodilator, widening blood vessels. When massaged into the scalp, it significantly improves localized micro-circulation, flooding hair follicles with oxygen and nutrients to help trigger new hair growth and increase hair thickness.
- Intense Itch Relief & Dandruff Control: Its natural antimicrobial and cooling properties immediately numb severe scalp irritation, quell itching, and target the fungi responsible for dandruff.
- Clarifying Greasy Roots: It acts as a gentle astringent, regulating overactive oil glands on the scalp to keep greasy hair feeling clean and bouncy for longer.
🧴 Invigorating Body & Foot Care
- Soothing Muscle and Foot Salve: Added to body oils or foot creams, its cooling sensation acts as a topical analgesic, relieving tired, aching muscles, swollen legs, and hot, burning feet after a long day.
- Natural Plumping Lip Gloss: When heavily diluted and applied to the lips, it causes a mild, safe rush of blood to the surface. This creates an instant, natural lip-plumping effect and boosts the natural flush of your lip color.
🧼 Refreshing Hygiene & Aromatherapy Beauty
- Scalp and Body Deodorizer: Its crisp, clean scent completely neutralizes odor-causing bacteria on the skin and scalp, making it a fantastic addition to natural deodorants or clarifying washes.
⚠️ Critical Safety and Dilution Rules
Because of its high menthol content, peppermint oil is incredibly powerful and can cause severe burning, skin peeling, or eye watering if misused:
- Never Apply It Raw: It must always be mixed into a carrier oil. Jojoba oil or argan oil are perfect lightweight bases to pair with it.
- The Safe Ratio: Keep it to a strict 1% to 2% dilution. This means adding no more than 2 to 3 drops of peppermint oil per tablespoon of carrier oil. For the sensitive skin on your lips, limit it to 1 single drop in a tablespoon of castor or jojoba oil.
- Keep Away from the Face & Eyes: Do not apply it near the eyes, as the volatile vapors will cause immediate, intense tearing.