Peppermint EO ?? (x-post)

[BusyMommy]

Ack, I'm doing a Frontier order & I'd written down to buy Peppermint E.O. and I don't remember why.: I'm sure I heard advice from MDC--does anyone here use it & how?

THANK YOU :

[CookieMonsterMommy]

I know that you can mix it with your cleaning formulas to give it a nice scent.

[Beth-TX]

I use it when I'm (or my kids are) feeling congested, feverish or nauseous. I add 3-4 drops to the bathwater. It clears a clogged nose, lowers fever and takes away that queasy feeling, at least temporarily.

I also sometimes add it to homemade playdough because I like the way it smells.

peace, Beth

[BusyMommy]

Awesome--thank you so much!

I use Eucalyptus oil in the tub for the same purpose. I wonder what they'd be like mixed? Or, just a nice change. Or, even a few drops in my own morning shower!

So now I'll have to try it in my playdough cool idea.

I wonder if it'd help mask the vinegar scent in the cleaner. I'll definitely have to try that. CUrrently, Im' using orange EO and it doesn't mask it much.

[Spastica]

Peppermint oil is great for sore, achy muscles too (mix with olive oil and rub on muscles; don't get into eyes though, wash your hands). Great for facials and baths for the cooling and refreshing feeling. Adding a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner is invigorating. It's like your brain and head gets a nice dip in a cool pool, lol. People use it for nausea and air/car sickness.

Here's some info on peppermint:

http://www.aromaweb.com/essentialoilspz/peppermint.asp

Peppermint

Mentha piperta (Family, Lamiaceae [Labiatae])

One of the most important essential oils. It stimulates, refreshes, cools, restores and uplifts mind and body. Add to a massage blend for the digestive system. Excellent for refreshing tired head and feet. Sniff from bottle or one drop on handkerchief to revive during travel. Add few drops to car dashboard to help stay alert, clear thinking and fresh. Blended with Rosemary and Juniper it makes an excellent morning bath. Warning Some Aroma therapists say do not use Peppermint when pregnant. dilute to 1% Peppermint and use no more than 3 drops in the bath as it may cause irritation to sensitive skins.

Source: aerial parts, United States
production method: steam distillation
aromatherapy class: energizing, stimulating
aroma type: mint
skin type: blemished
traditional use: insect repellent, emollient, antiseptic, muscle relaxant
blends well with: bergamot, geranium, lavender, marjoram, rosemary, sandalwood

Safety Information: can cause skin irritation

Main constituents:- Menthol, carovne, cineol, limonene, menthone, pinene, thymol.

Perfume Note=Top

From: http://www.proutnewsnetwork.org/herb...potions/21.htm

[BusyMommy]

Alright, I'm getting the big bottle. Great ideas

Hey, I'm also getting a car diffuser--you plug it into your cigarette lighter and put a couple drops of EO on it. I'm definitely going to try Pepp. on that! What a nice change from wet dog that'll be.

[BusyMommy]

http://www.aromaweb.com/essentialoilspz/peppermint.asp

Very cool site--thanks!

So, it said scabies...makes me wonder how it could affect eczema. First, would it sting in the bath water. If not, maybe it could actually help. hmmmmm

[Spastica]

Yes, that site is AMAZING and I love it. It's one of the most comprehensive sites I've seen so far, here's the home page:

http://www.aromaweb.com/articles/default.asp

It goes through an entire crash course of aromatherapy, do's and don'ts.

I love this chart too:

http://www.greenessence.net/oil_char...oilinfo_3.html

As for your diffuser, it sounds kinda like plug-ins. Any risk of fire with those?

[BusyMommy]

Not if you remember to unplug it when you turn the engine off. I wonder, though, because I always leave my cell phone charger turned on. Why would this be different or should I unplug my charger. hmmmmm


Very cool--I've bookmarked that.

[Spastica]

Yeah I keep my cell phone charger in all the time. The glade/plug in/diffuser thing is all about electrical stuff and oils - so that's why I brought it up. I suppose if you supervise it, it shouldn't be a problem.

[MikoMum]

I love about 5 drops of peppermint to 1 drop of rosemary. I simmer it on the stove or in my diffuser and it's so lovely and clean smelling. I also put a drop or two in my water bottle for ironing.

[Headymama]

I use Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap to clean my floors/bathrooms. It keeps the ants away and smells great.