Peppermint Essential Oil for concentration and headache relief

Description

Mentha piperita – Cooling relief

Therapeutic Benefits

Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, digestive stimulant and tonic, general tonic.

• Enhances:  Concentration, self confidence, vitality.
• Reduces:  Apathy, cold and flu symptoms, headaches, lethargy, nausea, shock.

Uses

• Digestive system:  Nausea, indigestion.
• Nervous system:  Headache, study aid.
• Respiratory system:  Cold and flu symptoms.
• Lymphatic system:  Stimulant.

Methods for Use

• Massage:  Use sparingly – should not be used on the face. Use up to 25 drops of oil in 50mL massage oil.
• Aromatic Bath:  Use only with a dispersant. Add 5 drops of oil to 4mL of dispersant, add to a full bath, agitate to disperse.
• Vaporiser:  Use 8-10 drops in vaporiser dish.

Parts Used

Partially dried flowers.

Method of Extraction

Steam distillation.

Safety Precautions

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY, lactation and on children less than 3 years old. Non-toxic and non-irritating, although may occassionally cause sensitising effects.

Source

Australia.