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This weeks feature Essential Oil: PEPPERMINT!!
Peppermint is a cross between watermint and spearmint and has a long history of medicinal uses. It is the main essential oil used in every product contained in our Winter Survival series and here's some reasons why: - Relieves headaches, helps to clear the respiratory tract, removes nasal congestion, increases immunity, provides pain relief and has powerful antiviral and antibacterial effects. This is why it is included in our Eucalyptus Vapour Rub and Natural Beeswax Candle. - Stress relief. Peppermint provides relief from stress, depression and mental exhaustion due to its refreshing nature. It stimulates mental activity, clears the mind and increases focus. It makes the perfect essential oil to be used in our Peppermint Bath Bombs and our Green Tea and Peppermint Cooling Face Mist. - increased blood circulation. As soon as the peppermint essential oil vapor touches the end of the olfactory nerve endings, there is an almost instant increase in pulse rate and blood circulation. Increased blood circulation helps with our metabolism and oxygenates the brain. It just makes sense to include Peppermint essential oil in our Wintermint Foot Scrub and Peppermint Vanilla Sugar Body Scrub. - Skin Care. The menthol component in Peppermint creates a cooling sensation and nourishes dull skin. Peppermint Lip Balm anyone? Remember, like with anything else, there are some risks when using essential oils. Allergic reactions are possible. Love, Earth Department. |