Peppermint Oil (NHP)  Mentha piperita

One of our top-selling oils, Peppermint essential oil’s versatility comes from its remarkable combination of flavor, aroma, and therapeutic benefits. As a registered Natural Health Product (NHP), doTERRA Peppermint essential oil has many valuable applications in aromatherapy. NPN 80072499 

Description

CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade Peppermint oil has a distinct, invigorating aroma that creates a positive and energizing atmosphere. Because Peppermint essential oil has a high menthol content, Peppermint has a cooling effect when applied topically and provides a soothing sensation during massage. Peppermint also adds a refreshing, minty taste to desserts and beverages, and is frequently used in toothpaste and chewing gum for oral care. 

Peppermint oil can help relieve symptoms of digestive discomfort and nausea when used in herbal medicine. When diffused or used topically in aromatherapy, doTERRA Peppermint’s cool, refreshing aroma has calmative properties and can help relieve symptoms related to colds and coughs.

Uses

• Diffuse or place a drop of peppermint oil in the palm of the hand and inhale
• Massage into your neck and shoulders for a refreshing aroma.
• Add a drop to your shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating scalp massage.
• Add a drop of Peppermint essential oil to a favorite recipe.

Therapeutic

• Used in aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.
• Used in aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.
• Traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve nausea and vomiting.
• Used in aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic to relieve symptoms of digestive discomfort.
• Used in aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Directions for Use

Aromatic: Apply 1 to 6 drops of essential oil undiluted on a tissue and breathe slowly up to 3 times a day.
Oral: Add 2 or more drops of oil to water, on a lump of sugar or to a doTERRA Veggie Cap. Maximum 16 drops per day.
Topical: Dilute 1 drop with 5 ml of the doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil. Apply on your skin up to 3 times a day or use during a massage once a day. Rub or massage into skin until solution vanishes. Do not use essential oil undiluted.

Cautions

Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have epilepsy, asthma, anaemia, gallstones, hiatus hernia or gastroesophageal reflux, or if symptoms persist or worsen. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding do not use this product. Avoid exposure of applied areas to the sun. Some people may experience gastroesophageal reflux. Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy), nausea, dizziness or headache have been known to occur, in which case, discontinue use. If you have broken, irritated, or sensitive skin, do not use this product. For occasional use only. 

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