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Peppermint Oil is one of the most versatile essential oils out there. It can be used aromatically, topically and internally to address a number of health concerns, from muscles aches and seasonal allergy symptoms to low energy and digestive complaints.

It’s also commonly used to boost energy levels and improve both skin and hair health.

A review conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University found that peppermint has significant antimicrobial and antiviral activities. It also:

• works as a strong antioxidant
• displays anti-tumor actions in lab studies
• shows anti-allergenic potential
• has pain-killing effects
• helps relax the gastrointestinal tract
• may be chemopreventive

It’s no wonder why peppermint oil is one of the most popular essential oils in the world and why I recommend that everyone has it in his or her medicine cabinet at home.

Relieves Muscle and Joint Pain

If you are wondering if peppermint oil is good for pain, the answer is a resounding “yes!” Peppermint Essential Oil is a very effective natural painkiller and muscle relaxant.

It also has cooling, invigorating and antispasmodic properties. Peppermint oil is especially helpful in alleviating a tension headache. One clinical trial indicates that it performs as well as acetaminophen. 

Another study shows that peppermint oil applied topically has pain relief advantages associated with fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome. Researchers found that peppermint oil, eucalyptus, capsaicin and other herbal preparations may be helpful because they work as topical analgesics.

To use peppermint oil for pain relief, simply apply two to three drops topically to the area of concern three times daily, add five drops to a warm bath with Epsom salt or try a homemade muscle rub. Combining peppermint with Lavender Oil is also a great way to help your body relax and reduce muscle pain.

Seasonal Allergy Relief

Peppermint oil is highly effective at relaxing muscles in your nasal passages and helping clear out the muck and pollen from your respiratory tract during allergy season. It’s considered one of the best essential oils for allergies because of its expectorant, anti-inflammatory and invigorating properties.

A lab study published in the European Journal of Medical Research found that peppermint compounds displayed potential therapeutic efficacy for the treatment of chronic inflammatory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis, colitis and bronchial asthma.

To help relieve seasonal allergies symptoms with your own DIY product, diffuse peppermint and Eucalyptus Oil at home, or apply two to three drops of peppermint topically to your temples, chest and back of neck.

Promotes Hair Growth and Reduces Dandruff

Peppermint is used in many high-quality hair care products because it can naturally thicken and nourish damaged strands. It can be used as a natural treatment for thinning hair, and it helps stimulate the scalp and energize your mind.

Plus, menthol has proven to be a powerful antiseptic agent, so it may help remove germs that build up on your scalp and strands. It’s even used in anti-dandruff shampoos.

It may actually be one of the best oils for hair growth.

An animal study that tested its efficacy for regrowth on mice showed that after topical application of peppermint for four weeks, there was a significant increase in dermal thickness, follicle number and follicle depth. It was more effective than topical application of saline, Jojoba Oil and minoxidil, a medication that’s used for regrowth.

To use peppermint for your locks to promote growth and nourishment, simply add two to three drops to your shampoo and conditioner. You can also make my homemade rosemary mint shampoo, make a spray product by adding five to 10 drops of peppermint to a spray bottle filled with water or simply massage two to three drops into your scalp while showering.