Peppermint Essential Oil Benefits (3 uses for Men)

Peppermint Essential Oil has so many benefits!! This video highlights the uses that are most likely desirable for men, but below I've listed all the wonderful benefits peppermint essential oil has to offer to both men and women!

Peppermint Essential Oil can be taken orally in dietary supplements or topically as a skin cream or ointment.

It's important to note that peppermint essential oil is intense and far more concentrated than other essential oils. The topical application of peppermint oil is generally safe, although it is necessary to dilute with a carrier oil like almond or jojoba oil. It is advised that some people may experience a burning sensation or allergic rash, especially with sensitive skin. And more importantly, it is never advised to use on young children.

The entire plant contains menthol, an organic compound with local anesthetic properties which provides a wonderful cooling sensation while it naturally alleviates discomfort. It also has antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, insecticidal, antispasmodic and carminative properties.

The health benefits of peppermint oil include its ability to treat:

HAIR LOSS: Peppermint Essential oil can help slow hair loss. This may be because the menthol in peppermint essential oil is a vasodilator, and vasodilators improve blood flow. In many instances (such as in female or male pattern baldness), hair loss occurs due to starved blood flow to hair follicles.

INDIGESTION: One of the most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion is peppermint. Peppermint oil has a carminative property which helps expel gas from the stomach or intestines so it relieves flatulence, abdominal pain and distention.
(Massage several drops on your abdomen, place a drop on wrists or inhale to soothe motion sickness or general nausea).
(Drinking mint tea has long been the antidote to an upset stomach).
(Inhaling peppermint oil is also said to help curb the appetite by triggering a sense of fullness).

COLDS/CONGESTION: Menthol provides relief from respiratory problems including nasal congestion, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis and
the common cold and cough. It is often included as an ingredient in natural chest rubs to help with congestion.
(Massage 2-3 drops (along with a carrier oil) onto chest or drop into a humidifier to help clear sinus and lung congestion).

HEADACHE: Peppermint oil is terrific to keep on hand if you are prone to headaches. The use of this oil has also been known to effectively lessen tandem symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to noise and sensitivity to light.
(With a small amount of almond or other carrier oil and a drop of peppermint oil, rub on your temples, forehead, over the sinuses (avoid contact with eyes), and on the back of the neck to help soothe headache and pressure. When applied topically, peppermint oil leaves a soothing, cooling sensation that tends to work wonders).

STRESS: Peppermint is helps provide relief from stress, depression and mental exhaustion due to its refreshing nature. It is also effective against feeling anxious and restless.
(Combination of peppermint, lavender and geranium essential oils added to a warm bath help relieve stiffness while absorbed through the skin).
(Try aromatherapy by using a candle lamp diffuser with essential oils).

ENERGY/ALERTNESS: Peppermint oil powerfully affects and improves mental clarity and raises energy levels.
(Rub a drop of oil under the nose to help improve concentration and alertness).
(Diffuse Peppermint oil in the room to improve concentration and accuracy).
(Apply to the back of the neck and shoulders repeatedly to keep energy levels up during the day).
(Inhale before and during a workout to help boost your mood and reduce fatigue).

SORE MUSCLES: Peppermint oil has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties. It can relieve pain and inflammation and calm the spasms that cause muscle cramps.
(Combination of massage oil and peppermint essential oil has the remarkable ability to stimulate circulation at the surface of the skin by opening up the skin pores and bringing a soothing warm feeling to tired muscles and joints. This oil can also be used as a spot treatment for a quick effect).

BUG BITES: Use a combination of peppermint essential oil and lavender essential oil to quickly dismiss the itch!

DANDRUFF: Add some peppermint oil to shampoo to treat dandruff.

HOUSEHOLD AIR-FRESHENER: Give your trash can area a refresher and add a few drops to the bottom for a pleasant minty aroma.