The peppermint plant is a hybrid of watermint and spearmint and was first described by Carl Linneaus in 1753. A high menthol content—like that found in the doTERRA Peppermint essential oil—distinguishes the best quality Peppermint from other products. Frequently used in toothpaste and chewing gum for oral hygiene, Peppermint also helps alleviate occasional stomach upset and promotes healthy respiratory function.* Peppermint continues to be one of the best-selling favorites among doTERRA essential oils.
- Rub on temples after you wake up for a morning energy boost
- Diffuse when feeling fatigued or low on energy
- Take one to two drops in a doTERRA Veggie Capsule to alleviate occasional stomach upset*
- Promotes digestive health*
- Place one drop in your mouth to help freshen breath
- Add two to three drops to your favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing twist
- Place one drop in palm of hand with one drop Wild Orange and one drop Frankincense and inhale for a mid-day pick-me-up
- Helps reduce bloating, gas, and occasional indigestion*
- Promotes healthy respiratory function and clear breathing*
- Commonly found in oral health products
- Promotes feelings of clear airways and easy breathing when diffused
- Blends well with Lavender for a soothing massage blend
- Add to cold water compress or foot bath to cool off when overheated
- Inhale for a non-stimulant, invigorating pick-me-up on long drives
- Add to shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating hair massage
- Repels bugs naturally
- Spritz around windows and doors
- Diffuse during study-time
- Apply topically to relieve feelings of tension
Peppermint Oil Product Description
The peppermint plant is a versatile perennial herb that has been cherished since ancient times. The plant’s first recorded appearance dates back to 1000 BC when dried peppermint leaves were found entombed in ancient Egyptian pyramids.1 Throughout time, this herb has been valued as a multi-purpose plant and an essential oil whose components are now used by cosmetic, culinary, and health industries around the world. Peppermint oil is also well known for its ability to help alleviate occasional stomach upset and promote healthy respiratory function when used internally.* With so many facets and uses, Peppermint essential oil continues to be one of doTERRA’s best-selling and highly-favored essential oils.
doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
- Looking for something strong and natural to freshen your breath with? Mix a drop of Peppermint oil with a drop of Lemon essential oil in water, take a sip, and swirl it around in your mouth for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse. One of the key ingredients to this mouth rinse is the menthol found in Peppermint. Menthol has been used for centuries for its ability to cleanse and freshen. When you use a drop of Peppermint oil in your mouth rinse, the menthol is what gives it a fresh and minty kick. This powerful and fresh element is why Peppermint is found in many oral health products today. When using this Peppermint mouth rinse, you will experience a pleasurable, cooling feeling your mouth will love and you will walk away confident, knowing that your breath smells just as good as it feels.
- Peppermint oil is a culinary wonder and has been used to add a fresh boost to meals in kitchens all across the world. However, Peppermint is not just limited to cooked dishes; it also makes a great addition to any drink or smoothie. Try adding one to two drops of Peppermint essential oil to your favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing twist. By adding the flavor of Peppermint oil to your morning smoothie, you can start your day feeling more refreshed than ever.Don’t forget to get creative with your water, too! Add one drop of Peppermint with a cut fruit for a deliciously infused water. Peppermint oil makes a healthy addition to any drink because it helps promote healthy respiratory function and clear breathing, and by adding doTERRA Peppermint oil to the drink of your choice, you are encouraging healthy respiratory function in your body* while simultaneously adding a delicious flavor to your drinks.
- Peppermint can be used aromatically to enliven the senses and promote a feeling of energy. This powerful oil can be extremely beneficial on its own, but when you add the right combination of essential oils to Peppermint, you get a wider variety of beneficial results. Try placing one drop of Peppermint oil in the palm of your hand, add one drop of Wild Orange essential oil and one drop of Frankincense essential oil, and inhale. This simple aromatic recipe is perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up.Including Wild Orange and Frankincense in this Peppermint mixture adds to its aromatic benefits. Wild Orange carries a sweet and fresh citrus smell that is used to uplift the mind and body, while Frankincense is valued for its ability to promote feelings of relaxation. By combining these two essential oils with Peppermint’s soothing properties, the blend becomes an aromatic powerhouse that will have you feeling relaxed and energized for the tasks ahead.
- Sometimes feet just get dried out. It happens, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with it. Try this do-it-yourself Whipped Peppermint Foot Lotion and show your feet how much you appreciate them. This is a simple and light lotion that includes natural ingredients like Peppermint and Melaleuca essential oil. After a long day, there are few things better than taking a seat and giving your feet the cooling sensation that this DIY lotion brings. For best results, try applying this lotion generously to your feet and then putting socks on before you go to bed. Whipped Peppermint Foot Lotion will not only leave your feet smelling fresh, it will transform your sandpaper heels into a silky dream.If you are looking for a way to share the benefits of Peppermint oil with your friends, try making and sharing this DIY Candy Cane Sugar Scrub. This festive sugar scrub helps exfoliate and moisturize the hands, feet, and body, and it makes for a great seasonal gift. Not only will the scrub produce soft and smooth results, but its Peppermint oil base will provide a soothing sensation wherever it is applied.
- Being outside in the sun can be a great way to uplift your mood, but sometimes too much sun exposure can quickly end your fun. Try this homemade After Sun Soothing Spray to maintain healthy-looking skin after too much sun. This soothing spray is filled with three powerful essential oils that calm and soothe irritated skin. One of the primary oils used in this spray is Peppermint. Peppermint is a perfect after-sun essential oil due to its high content of Menthol. Menthol is an organic substance in peppermint plants that will give your skin that cool and soothing feeling it needs after a hot day outdoors. Melaleuca essential oil and Lavender essential oil are two additional ingredients in this DIY that will improve the appearance of skin.
- Looking for a long-lasting way to smell the sweet and minty aroma of Peppermint oil? Use this simple yet invigorating diffuser blend and enjoy this fresh aroma in your home, office, classroom, gym, or wherever you choose to go. To make this blend, combine 2 drops of Peppermint essential oil, 3 drops of Grapefruit essential oil, and 2 drops of Sandalwood essential oil into a diffuser. Using Peppermint oil in your diffuser will produce a cooling, invigorating vapor. Additionally, the grounding and mood-enhancing properties of Sandalwood essential oil and the uplifting benefits of Grapefruit essential oil will work well with the soothing and relaxing effects of Peppermint to produce an energizing and calming aroma that all will enjoy.
- Peppermint oil makes a great addition to many dishes, especially treats. Try using this Black Bean Brownie recipe with Peppermint oil and put a nutritious and delicious spin on the traditional chocolate brownie. At first, making a sweet treat with black beans may seem a little off-putting, but don’t worry, black beans have a very mild flavor and are extremely rich, creamy, and full of protein. Once you venture out with this recipe, you won’t want to go back. To create an extra pop of flavor, add a couple drops of Peppermint essential oil for a delightful and refreshing flavor.
- The soothing components found in Peppermint essential oil make it a desirable oil for massages. Try adding Peppermint to your massage experiences and enjoy the pleasurable cooling feelings it brings to your skin while immersing yourself in its sweet and relaxing aroma. A great massage companion to Peppermint is Lavender. This combination will produce optimal soothing feelings that will add to any massage. You can also try adding Peppermint essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating hair massage that will provide the pampering your scalp deserves.
- Looking for a way to repel bugs and spiders in your house? Luckily, Peppermint oil provides a perfect solution to ward off those creepy crawlers. Many bugs and spiders dislike the potent smell of Peppermint, consequently, Peppermint essential oil is used as a home remedy to repel bugs naturally. Try placing 1–3 drops of essential oil on a cotton ball and position them in the corners of your bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, laundry room, or wherever you think these unwanted guests might be.
- If you or someone you know has trouble staying awake during long meetings or would like a natural method to feel alert, Peppermint oil used topically and aromatically can help. Because of the invigorating and cooling effects of pure Peppermint oil produces when it comes in contact with skin, Peppermint is an ideal oil for staying attentive and aware. In order to create this extra boost, place 1–2 drops of Peppermint on your finger tips and then place your fingertips on your temples and rub. This will help give you the natural sense of alertness you desire when you need it most.
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
* Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. All others refer to aromatic or topical use.
doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Uses with DIY and Food Recipes
More Peppermint Essential Oil Uses
doTERRA Essential Oil Food Recipes
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doTERRA Peppermint Black Bean Brownies Recipe
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doTERRA Coconut Milk Chocolate Peppermint Truffles Recipe
doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Chocolate Peppermint Candy Recipe
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doTERRA Peppermint Chocolates Recipe
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doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oil Cleaning Recipes
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doTERRA Essential Oils Fresh Mint Window and Mirror Cleaner Recipe
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doTERRA Essential Oils DIY All Purpose Cleaner Recipe
Lavender Essential Oil – Lemon Essential Oil – Eucalyptus Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil – Wild Orange Essential Oil – On Guard Essential Oil – Grapefruit Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oil Beauty Recipes
doTERRA Essential Oil Burts Bees Copy Cat Lip Balm Recipe
Rosemary Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Lip Balm Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil – Lavender Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Lip Gloss Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Sugar Lip Scrub Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil – Wild Orange Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Whipped Peppermint Foot Lotion Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil – Melaleuca Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Green Tea Peppermint Sugar Scrub Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Candy Cane Sugar Scrub Recipe
Fractionated Coconut Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Shaving Cream Recipe
Fractionated Coconut Essential Oil – Sandalwood Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil – Melaleuca Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Essential Hair Wax Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil – Rosemary Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Dry Shampoo Recipe
Lavender Essential Oil – Rosemary Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY After Sun Soothing Spray Recipe
Lavender Essential Oil – Melaleuca Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils DIY Herbal Hairspray Recipe
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doTERRA Essential Oil Diffuser Blends
doTERRA Essential Oils Garden Zest Diffuser Blend
1 drop Basil Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Lime Essential Oil
Focus & Energize doTERRA Diffuser Blend
3 drops Lemon Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Expressions of Spring Diffuser Blend
1 drop Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
3 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil
2 drops Lavender Essential Oil
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
Spring Fresh doTERRA Diffuser Blend
3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
2 drops Geranium Essential Oil
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Walking in a Winter Wonderland Diffuser Blend
4 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
3 drops Bergamot Essential Oil
2 drops Cypress Essential Oil
Aspire Higher doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Console Comforting Blend
3 drops Elevation Joyful Blend
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Calm and Uplift Diffuser Blend
Need to calm down but still have energy to get things done? Try this doTERRA diffuser blend
3 drops Coriander Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Balance Grounding Blend
You’ve Got This doTERRA Diffuser Blend
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Serenity Restful Blend
2 drops Motivate Encouraging Blend
Mid-Afternoon Pick-Me-Up doTERRA Diffuser Blend
3 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Invigorating Focus doTERRA Diffuser Blend
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Wild Orange Essential Oil
1 drop Frankincense Essential Oil
1 drop Lime Essential Oil
Under the Stars doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Low Energy doTERRA Diffuser Blend
Peppermint and Lemon essential oil are great to use when feeling low on energy. You will also love the refreshing and uplifting aroma when these two are diffused together.
3 drops Lemon Essential Oil
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Early Sunrise doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Vitalizing doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil
2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Carda-Mint Gumdrop Diffuser Blend
2 drops Cardamom Essential Oil
1 drop Cinnamon Essential Oil
2 drops Lavender Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Mint to Be doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Spearmint Essential Oil
Candy Cane doTERRA Diffuser Blend
4 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
3 drops Bergamot Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Santa’s Workshop Diffuser Blend
3 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Cypress Essential Oil
2 drops Holiday Joy
Under the Stars doTERRA Diffuser Blend
2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Hansel & Gretel Diffuser Blend
Lure your family indoors to spend quality time for the holidays with this scrumptious Hansel and Gretel-inspired diffuser blend
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Ginger Essential Oil
2 drops Cinnamon Essential Oil
1 drop Spearmint Essential Oil
1 drop White Fir Essential Oil
1 drop Douglas Fir Essential Oil
1 drop Wintergreen Essential Oil
doTERRA Essential Oils Back to School Diffuser Blend
2 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
2 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Miscellaneous Essential Oil Recipes
doTerra Essential Oils Finals Week Recipe
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doTERRA Study Time Essential Oils Recipe
Peppermint Essential Oil – Wild Orange Essential Oil
doTERRA More Energy Essential Oils Recipe
Lemon Essential Oil – Peppermint Essential Oil
doTERRA Uplift Blend Recipe
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doTERRA Gardening Essential Oils Recipe
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doTERRA Outdoor Essential Oils Recipe
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doTERRA Essential Oils Tea Party Recipe
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Peppermint is one of mu all-time favorite essential oils. From time to time I’ll replace Tea Tree Oil with Pepperming when I am cleaning just for a change of pace.
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Peppermint in my ice water makes me feel happy and refreshed.
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