Today I will talk about essential oil of mint in aromatherapy and use in body massage. This plant is native to the Mediterranean. Formerly it was already a medicinal plant highly appreciated and used for its therapeutic qualities to treat ailments of the digestive system, the respiratory system or the skin.
Mint or peppermint oil
It has a strong menthol aroma, pure and refreshing and is one of the oldest and best considered herbs.
Useful for physical and mental exhaustion, muscle aches, headaches, depression, headache of digestive origin, liver cramps, digestive problems, neuralgia, fever, flu, bronchitis, spasmodic cough, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, scanty menstruation, nail fungus. Stimulant, tonic, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, fungicides, antispasmodic, antiseptic, decongestant.
Uses and Benefits of Mint Oil
Mint can be used internally in infusion, also in inhalations through an electric aroma diffuser or sachetero. The essence of mint can be taken in liquid state by means of the international floral system (Flores del MediterrĂ¡neo), it must have a label that explicitly indicates that it is suitable for internal use and in tincture.
Skin care
Use this essential oil and vegetable oils in your natural creams to hydrate and nourish your skin, combining them with natural tonics such as hydrolates. It also has calming effects on inflammation of the skin.
Acne
Dilute 5 drops of peppermint essential oil, 5 drops of tea tree essential oil, 5 drops of chamomile essential oil in 30ml of vegetable oils can be (10ml of jojoba vegetable oil, 10ml of rosehip vegetable oil, 10ml of menen) and apply as a daily moisturizing / nourishing product by toning the skin with chamomile hydrolate.
Anticellulitic
Dilute 5 drops of peppermint essential oil, 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 5 drops of geranium essential oil in 30ml of vegetable oils, can be (15ml of rosehip vegetable oil and 15ml of gotu kola vegetable oil) and Apply as body oil before toning the skin with chamomile hydrolate.
Hair care
Add 2 or 3 drops of peppermint essential oil to your shampoo and conditioner to stimulate the scalp, and energize your mind. Because mint is an antiseptic it can help eliminate dandruff.
Relieve Stress and Nervous System Problems
Due to its energetic effects, peppermint oil is used to control stress and treat nervous disorders and mental fatigue.
Relieve stomach upsets
You can add a drop of mint mixed with a teaspoon of honey to a cup of tea. A drop can also be placed on the tongue to relieve dizziness and nausea.
Headache and migraine
Mix 3 drops of peppermint essential oil, 3 drops of eucalyptus essential oil in a tablespoon of olive oil and spread the mixture by the hairline. Cover that part with a wet handkerchief (like a hair ribbon) and wait 5 minutes for it to take effect.
Muscle pains
Dilute 5 drops of peppermint essential oil, 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 5 drops of chamomile essential oil in 30ml of vegetable oils (15ml of arnica vegetable oil and 15ml of centella asiatica vegetable oil) and apply as body oil Massaging the affected area.
Cough and respiratory infections
Inhale directly from the container or add 2 drops of peppermint essential oil to a pot of hot water and steam.
Anti-mosquito product
Dilute 5 drops of essential oil of mint, 5 drops of essential oil of geranium, 5 drops of essential oil of tea tree in 30ml of oil of menen and apply it by the body, on the sleeping pillow or in an environmental diffuser.
Mental fatigue
In the home
To scare off mosquitoes, mosquitoes, cockroaches, place in a container with atomizer filtered water and add 5 drops of essential oil of mint and apply it in your home.
The Mint Massage Oil
Its fresh and relaxing aroma relieves stress. Reduces mental and physical fatigue, revives the body. It helps to overcome anxiety, restlessness and depression. It relaxes the mind producing physical and psychic vitality. Used for massage in the hair helps to eliminate dandruff. Used to massage the face, for its menthol content, it is highly recommended to nourish the skin without shine and for the treatment of oily skin. It contains numerous nutrients such as magnesium, manganese, calcium, iron, potassium and copper. It also contains omega 3, vitamin A and vitamin C. It should be mixed with base oils such as: almond, Jojoba, avocado, and olive.
recommendations
* Dilution is recommended for both topical and internal use.
*Avoid during pregnancy and homeopathic treatments.
*It is recommended to mix the mint oil with a base or vegetable oil:
almond, olive, jojoba, avocado, etc.
*Do not use in case of epilepsy or neurological diseases
*Avoid its use in babies or very young children.
*Keep the container in a dry, cool and dark place
*Keep out of reach of children.
Sources:
Mirla Cabello
https://articulos.mercola.com/aceites-herbales/aceite-de-menta.aspx
https://www.vidanaturalia.com/aceite-esencial-de-menta/
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