doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Uses and 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

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• Looking for something strong and natural to freshen your breath with? Mix a drop of Peppermint oil with a drop of Lemon 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 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 and one drop of Frankincense, 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. 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 calms and soothes 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 and Lavender 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, 3 drops of Grapefruit, and 2 drops of Sandalwood into a diffuser. Using Peppermint oil in your diffuser will produce a cooling, invigorating vapor. Additionally, the grounding and mood-enhancing properties of Sandalwood and the uplifting benefits of Grapefruitl 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 for a delightful and refreshing flavor.
• The soothing components found in Peppermint 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 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 fingertips 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 the 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.

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More doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Uses

Sweet Potato Peppermint Brownies

Peppermint

Candy Creams

Egg White – Powdered Sugar – Lime – Wild Orange – Peppermint – Lemon

Meltaway Cookies

Flour – Cornstarch – Powdered Sugar – Butter  – Real Salt * – Lemon – Lime – Wild Orange or Peppermint – Powdered Sugar – Half and Half

These doTERRA meltaway cookies do just that, they melt in your mouth. The essential oils in them make them taste good for sure, but they are also quite healthy. They remind me of a little dinner mint that my Grandma used to make. These would be perfect to serve at a party or an event where you’re trying to sell doTERRA. You should try them, they’re really delicious and fun to eat.

Double Chocolate Mint Brownie

Peppermint

Choc-Berry Trim Shake

Peppermint

Spice Up Your Cup

Cardamom – Peppermint – Wild Orange – Spearmint – Ginger – Cinnamon Bark * – Lavender – On Guard – Cassia

Mattress Cleaner

Lavender – Eucalyptus – Peppermint – Clove Or Rosemary

Fresh Mint Window and Mirror Cleaner

Peppermint or Spearmint

Peppermint Toilet Bombs

Peppermint – Melaleuca

Poo Pourri

Lemongrass – Peppermint

Burts Bees Copy Cat Lip Balm

Rosemary – Peppermint

Green Tea Peppermint Sugar Scrub

Peppermint

Natural Sunburn Relief

Peppermint – Lavender

Homemade Hot Oil Hair Treatment

Peppermint – Rosemary

Sunrise Energy

3 drops Peppermint

3 drops Lemon

2 drops Frankincense

It’s Lunchtime!

3 drops Lime

3 drops Wild Orange

1 drop Lemon

1 drop Peppermint

Focus & Energize

3 drops Lemon

2 drops Peppermint

Expressions of Spring

1 drop Ylang Ylang

3 drops Grapefruit

2 drops Lavender

1 drop Peppermint

Spring Fresh

3 drops Lavender

2 drops Geranium

1 drop Peppermint

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

4 drops Peppermint

3 drops Bergamot

2 drops Cypress

Aspire Higher

2 drops Console Comforting Blend

3 drops Elevation Joyful Blend

3 drops Peppermint

Calm and Uplift

Need to calm down but still have the energy to get things done?

3 drops Coriander

2 drops Peppermint

2 drops Balance Grounding Blend

You’ve Got This

1 drop Peppermint

1 drop Serenity Restful Blend

2 drops Motivate Encouraging Blend

Mid-Afternoon Pick-Me-Up

3 drops Wild Orange

3 drops Peppermint

Invigorating Focus

1 drop Peppermint

1 drop Wild Orange

1 drop Frankincense

1 drop Lime

Early Sunrise

2 drops Lemon

2 drops Peppermint

1 drop Ylang Ylang

Vitalizing

2 drops Frankincense

2 drops Peppermint

2 drops Wild Orange

2 drops Lemon

Carda-Mint Gumdrop

2 drops Cardamom

1 drop Cinnamon *

2 drops Lavender

2 drops Peppermint

Mint to Be

2 drops Rosemary

2 drops Peppermint

1 drop Spearmint

Santa’s Workshop

3 drops Wild Orange
2 drops Peppermint
2 drops Cypress
2 drops Holiday Joy

Hansel & Gretel

Lure your family indoors to spend quality time for the holidays with this scrumptious Hansel and Gretel-inspired diffuser blend

1 drop Peppermint

2 drops Ginger

2 drops Cinnamon *

1 drop Spearmint

1 drop White Fir

1 drop Douglas Fir

1 drop Wintergreen

Back to School

2 drops Frankincense
2 drops Wild Orange
2 drops Peppermint

Elevate Diffuser Blend

Cedarwood – Ylang Ylang – Peppermint

Spa Dreams

3 drops Lavender

4 drops Lime

2 drops Peppermint

Breath of Fresh Air

2 Drops Lavender

2 Drops Peppermint

2 Drops Lemon

Time to Wake Up

2 drops Peppermint

3 drops Grapefruit

5 drops Bergamot

It’s Hump Day

4 drops Grapefruit

3 drops Rosemary

3 drops Peppermint

Get Fit!

2 drops Peppermint

2 drops Wild Orange

2 drops Grapefruit

A+ Student

2 drops Rosemary

2 drops Peppermint

2 drops Frankincense

Minty Fresh Diffuser Blend

Grapefruit  – Peppermint – Spearmint – Clary Sage

Homemade Bug Bite Anti Itch Stick

Lavender – Lemon – Peppermint

Customized Pest Control

Peppermint – Sandalwood – White Fir – Thyme – Lavender – Lemongrass – Basil – Clove – Eucalyptus – Rosemary – Patchouli

Natural Ant Repellent

12 drops Peppermint

1/2 tsp liquid castile soap * or doTERRA On Guard Foaming Hand Wash

8 ounces water

Mix in a glass spray bottle *. Apply to problem areas, shaking frequently. You can actually spray directly on ants and watch them instantly die then spray their trail and entry point down. Don’t wipe it up. This covers up the scent of their trail and deters them from entering your home.

Aromatherapy Play Dough

Peppermint – Lemon – Lavender

Uplift Blend

Peppermint – Roman Chamomile * – Wild Orange – Frankincense

After Sun Soother

10 drops Helichrysum

10 drops Lavender

3 drops Peppermint

Apply to overexposed sun to soothe

Fatigue-Be-Gone

5 drops Helichrysum

5 drops Rosemary

5 drops Peppermint

5 drops Citrus Bliss

Apply to reduce feelings of mental fatigue and to regain energy