Peppermint oil

Mint is one of the plants whose healing properties people used in ancient times. Essential oil, obtained from mint, has been widely used in medicine and cosmetology for thousands of years.

Application of peppermint oil

The main active component of peppermint oil is menthol. The substance has the following effect:

• tones the general condition;
• stimulates the nervous system;
• is a powerful antiseptic;
• is one of the natural analgesics and spasmalgic agents;
• reduces inflammation;
• is considered a fairly powerful aphrodisiac.

Depending on the concentration of the active substance in cosmetology, peppermint oil is used for the following purposes:

• removal of skin irritation;
• narrowing of capillaries;
• creating a feeling of freshness.

Attention! In large doses, essential oil of mint can cause a rush of blood.

Recipes based on peppermint oil

Peppermint oil is an excellent hair conditioner. A few drops of a fragrant substance, added to shampoo, balm or conditioner, will eliminate hair loss , strengthen their structure and stimulate active growth. Particularly recommended is mint oil for those who have a fatty type of hair and increased sebum secretion.

To restore hair, oil wraps are useful:

1. In the base vegetable oil, for example, olive oil, 2-3 drops of peppermint oil are added.
2. Slightly heated mixture rubbed into the scalp, it also lubricates the hair along the entire length.
3. In conclusion, the head is covered with polyethylene and the top is wrapped with a bath towel.
4. The water is left on the head for several hours.

Mint oil can be a part of face masks. For elimination of a vascular reticulum and giving freshness to a skin it is recommended to make a mask from a tablespoon of a peach butter, an egg yolk, a teaspoon of honey and two drops of peppermint oil. The composition should be washed off the face after 10 minutes.

A couple of drops of fragrant oil, added to the mask of blue clay, will strengthen its drying and disinfecting effect, which is especially important for acne eruptions.

Peppermint oil is used to care for the lips. This is an excellent anti-aging agent that gives women's lips an attractive plumpness and brightness. And this effect persists for several hours. In addition, menthol helps in the fight against the herpes virus, as well as yeast fungi, which provoke the appearance of zaed in the corners of the mouth.