How to Use Peppermint Essential Oil

Essential Oils 101: The Premium Starter Kit Series Peppermint Edition

I decided over the next few weeks to focus on an educational series about the Premium Starter Kit, right here on the blog. Whether your Premium Starter Kit just arrived or you have been wondering if it’s for you, this blog series will be for you. There’s significant value in understanding how to use the Premium Starter Kit because it will truly bring support to everyone in your family and will be a place to slowly eliminate toxins from your lifestyle.

Several of my personal testimonies shared within my blog posts and other media outlets often make mention of the Premium Starter Kit, not only do I discuss how much my life changed by getting started with Young Living by ordering the kit but these are still the essential oils used in my life everyday.
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Switching to an essential oil lifestyle didn’t happen overnight but when my kit arrived in the mail, I chose to give essential oils a try immediately. I believed in the value of the Premium Starter Kit when I decided to buy the kit, so I started slowly trying them for different issues immediately and that is where the magic happens. I made the decision to kept my my starter kit out in sight, in the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, or living room. The kit was always where I could see them and use them. I made decisions to learn how to use the oils and simply try them, and they worked! What helped me the most on this journey is having a community where I can ask questions, read testimonies to relate, and a place for resources which is everything that you will receive from me when you order your Premium Starter Kit to join our community.  

How to use Peppermint Essential Oil

​As I am sitting here writing to you, I realize that this first post on the Essential Oil 101: Premium Starter Kit Series discussing Peppermint essential oil is a great place to start with you. Many understand Peppermint easily because by smelling Peppermint or putting Peppermint to the skin, you can learn about the properties with just your senses.

By just smelling Peppermint from the bottle you can sense the invigoration and when you apply it to the skin, which is also known as applied topically, you can feel the sensation of the essential oils properties. Just these two properties of Peppermint help people understand the power of essential oils and it will not be a hard essential oil to learn how to use regularly.

Now that I've been using essential oils for a few years, I find it pretty interesting to see how the uses for each essential oil changes with the seasons. Peppermint and many other Premium Starter Kit essential oils will be used during every single season here in the Northeast, I’m excited to share my favorite uses for Peppermint here with you, but remember every person is different and you may end up using Peppermint in many different ways from me. It’s crucial to have the Desk Reference Guide if you have Young Living Essential Oils in your home as a place to learn everything about each specific essential oil.

Peppermint Essential Oil
To me there is nothing like the fresh, aroma of Peppermint to literally add that pep to your step! Since it’s spring, I basically have Peppermint on me at all times but this essential oil packs a punch, it'll cool you down, energize you, and open you up! I find it so invigorating! There is also Peppermint vitality essential oil which may be ingested as a dietary supplement too.

Before I get started, please remember it's important to have your own resources and literature for using Young Living Essential Oils. Before using any essential oil please look into the safety and know proper use, and most importantly when there are special considerations such as pregnancy, children, or dogs.

I always encourage my friends to grab a Desk Reference Book or Animal Desk Reference, as soon as they get their Premium Starter Kit. Please be aware that Peppermint is an essential oil to use with caution if expecting a child, there are certain times when Peppermint should be avoided when pregnant. I recommend reading these if expecting a child:

• Gentle Babies: Essential Oils and Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infants and Young Children or Bloom
• Betsy Bosom's Baby Book: A Girlfriend's Guide to Using Essential Oils from Bellies to Babies (Lucy Libido)

Layering:
Layering is when you apply essential oils on topically to your body, one essential oil at a time, instead of using a roller with them blended. There is a lot of technique to layering and I learned a lot about it when reading Vitality: The Young Living Lifestyle.

• Peppermint essential oil is a driver, meaning if I want other oils to go deeper to location, I will layer Peppermint essential oil on top.
• Peppermint is a great essential oil to use with the layering technique after a workout. I use the Sore No More Essential Oils and apply in this order, on location: Panaway, Copaiba, Lavender, then finish with Peppermint.

Energy & Mental Clarity
I use Peppermint for when I need to get moving because Peppermint Is uplifting, refreshing, and invigorating.

• I apply a drop on the back of the neck, in the morning, during the school day or when needed to get work done.
• I also create a diffuser blend or roller blend at times when you need your body to wake up.
• Can be added to the diffuser to help promote focus and clarity. Perfect when I am working on my graduate work!

Wake Up Diffuser Blend:
Add a few drops of Peppermint essential oil to the diffuser with Lemon and Citrus Fresh
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Rise & Shine Roller:
In a 5 ml roller bottle, combine 10 drops Peppermint, 10 drops Lemon, and fractionated coconut oil. *I apply my Rise & Shine roller to my spine, bottom of my feet, or behind my ears. Do not apply roller on areas of skin that will be exposed to sun due to photosensitive properties.

Head Support:
My husband and I use Peppermint essential oil to support occasional head tension in a variety of ways.

• I apply 1 drop Peppermint Vitality to my thumb and press to the roof of my mouth.
• ​We both like to  put a few drops of Peppermint essential oil in our palms and breathe deeply, about 5 times or longer if needed.
• I apply to my forehead, temples, and back of neck often, specially in the spring and summer. *When applying Peppermint essential oil to the temples, remember to use caution and avoid around the eyes. If irritation occurs, I put carrier oil on the irritation with a paper towel and not water. 
• ​​I apply my Head & Muscle Soother for convenience when on the go to my temples, forehead, and back of the neck or vita-flex points.

Head & Muscle Soother Roller
In 5 ml roller bottle, add 5 drops peppermint, 5 drops copaiba, 5 drops panaway, and 5 drops Valor, then fill the rest with carrier oil, such as fractionated coconut oil.

Seasonal Support:

• I add Peppermint essential oil with Lemon and Lavender in a variety of recipes for seasonal support.
• I like to combine these essential oils to the diffuser while getting ready in the morning
• I apply a seasonal support roller blend behind ears, on feet, and spine and in areas that are not exposed to the sun.
• Learn more about seasonal support by reading, The Great Eight: Top 8 Essential Oils for Spring.

LLP Diffuser Blend: add a few drops of Peppermint, Lemon, and Lavender to the diffuser

LLP / Pollen Buster Roller: In 5 ml roller bottle, add 5 drops peppermint, 5 drops copaiba, 5 drops lemon, and 5 drops lavender, then fill the rest with carrier oil, such asfractionated coconut oil.

LLP Vitality Capsule:  
Use a “00” gelatin capsule, open the capsule and  in one half fill the capsule with the number of desired drops:
1-3 drops of Lemon Vitality
1-3 drops of Lavender Vitality
1-3 drops of Peppermint Vitality
1-3 drops of Copaiba Vitality
Fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil. 
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Breathing & Respiratory Channels:  

• I really enjoy putting a few drops of Peppermint essential oil in the diffuser with Raven, Lemon, and Eucalyptus. They are all so fresh and remind me of the blends I like to use at my cabin. I also enjoy putting this in the diffuser on winter mornings to help keep they yuck away.
• I like to put a drop on the back of the tub during my shower to create a spa like experience at home.

• ​I apply a drop of Peppermint essential oil on my chest before a workout or to help stay above the wellness line.
• I use Peppermint essential oil in many roller blends and other DIY recipes, such as a chest rub or sugar scrub.

Breathe Easy Roller:
In a 5 ml roller, add 5 drops Raven, 5 drops Peppermint, 5 drops Frankincense, 5 drops Copaiba and fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil. I apply this to my chest and behind my ears.

Wellness Chest Rub Recipe 1 :
Peppermint, Raven, Thieves, and Eucalyptus essential oils.
¼ Shea Butter
½ solid Organic Coconut Oil
* Follow the chest rub recipe on The Great Eight: Top 8 Spring Essential Oils post. I have directions for melting down the Shea butter and coconut oil on the stove, then cooling, then whipping in the blender. Lastly, add desired essential oils and store in a cool area so it doesn’t melt.

Breathe Easy Chest Rub Recipe 2:
For this easy chest rub recipe requires no melting down, simply add Peppermint, Raven, Lemon, Eucalyptus or Thieves essential oil to hardened coconut oil and then blend with a hand mixer to make a chest rub. I like to keep in a cool area so that it doesn’t melt.  

Temperature Rising & Hot In Here

• When going out the door on a hot day or heading on vacation to somewhere warm, I always take Peppermint. It’s a travel essential, specially for the summer. I like to apply Peppermint on the back of my neck or on the spine to support body temperature.
• ​I use Peppermint to support my temperature by applying to my spine and bottom of my feet.

Belly & Digestion Support
One of the first ways that I found out how quickly essential oils work was using it for digestion and tummy support.

• After big meals like Thanksgiving, I apply a drop or two of Peppermint right to my belly to help with occasional feelings of fullness. I rub it on my stomach to help alleviate feelings of fullness.
• I apply Peppermint to my tummy when support is needed to speed up or slow down. I use my Tummy or Motion Roller for convenience and apply directly to my stomach area.
• When I eat the food that brings the burning feeling, I put  a drop of Peppermint Vitality under my tongue.
• ​Traveling, boating, roller coasters not really your thing? I inhale right from the bottle or apply peppermint right on my belly during these times, make sure to use proper dilution.
• I find that Peppermint essential oil works perfectly with Digize essential oil for anything tummy.

Tummy Roller: In a 5 ml roller bottle, add 10 drops DiGize, 10 drops          Peppermint, and fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil. I apply this blend right onto my stomach or on bottom of feet.

Tummy Vitality:
Use a “00” gelatin capsule, open the capsule and in one half fill the capsule with the number of desired drops:
1-3 drops of Peppermint Vitality
1-3 drops of Digize Vitality
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Fresh Breath
Peppermint essential oil is great to use for fresh breath.

• I add a drop to my water
• I add a drop on my thumb and swipe my tongue.
• I usually have a Fresh Breath Spray that I keep in my purse, but I even make a Fresh Breath spray for my puppies!

Breath Spray Recipe:
In a 5 ml spritzer spray bottle, add 10 drops Peppermint vitality and distilled water. I stick this in my purse so that I have something fresh at anytime.

Dog Breath Spray
In a 2 oz spray bottle, add 10 drops peppermint vitality and distilled water, maybe a little salt or fractionated coconut oil to help as a carrier in the spray.
With two dogs in our home that we love, at most times we have dogs in our faces. Nothing is worse than that horrible dog breath, this spray will help keep it fresh but also support their digestive system.

Muscles
Peppermint is often used in DIY recipes for soothing muscles or the body.

• I apply peppermint directly to to soothe my body, whether its that time of the month or a tough workout, peppermint feels good on those areas.
• I most often use my Sore No More Roller on location like my back after standing all day or traveling.   
• To support my whole body, I like to relax in the bathtub with soothing bath salts. I add 10 drops of Peppermint essential oil to a cup of Epsom salt and let it soak for about 15 minutes before pouring the salts into the water.
• I like to use in a refreshing massage. Peppermint provides support to the nervous system and supports proper joint & cartilage function. It also has a cooling sensation, perfect for muscles that need relief!

Sore No More Roller
In a 5 ml roller bottle, add 5 drops Panway, 10  drops Peppermint, 5 drops Copaiba. I apply directly to muscles, apply to temples or base of the brain to soothe head tension.

Sore No More Bath Salts
In a 4 oz glass jar, combine 5 drops Peppermint, 5 drops Panway, and 5 drops Copaiba with epsom salt. Let this sit for 15-20 minutes before using the bath salts in the water.

Peppermint Massage Serum
In a 2 oz dropper bottle, add about 20 drops of Peppermint essential oil and fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil. Then its a premade mixture ready for when you need you use it for a back massage.

Baking and cooking:
Peppermint Vitality is an essential oil that I love to use in the kitchen for sweats.

• Basically, I add about 3-6 drops Peppermint Vitality to any brownie or cookie recipe. I simply add the drops to the recipe while stirring all ingredients together. When adding vitality essential oils into recipes in the kitchen, I make sure I am using essential oil safe cooking pans and bowls.
• I most often add 5-6 drops of Peppermint Vitality to double chocolate, chocolate chip cookies or peppermint brownies. I love chocolate and peppermint but cooking with the vitality oils makes things simple.

Curbs cravings
​When peppermint is combined with lemon vitality and grapefruit vitality, this trio supports digestion, healthy metabolism, and cleansing. I have found that these three used in a capsule or in my water can help deter from eating sweets.

Craving Trio Vitality Capsule:  
Use a “00” gelatin capsule, open the capsule and  in one half fill the capsule with the number of desired drops:
1-3 drops of Peppermint Vitality
1-3 drops of Lemon Vitality
1-3 drops of Grapefruit Vitality
Fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil. 

DIY Skin Care
I specifically like adding peppermint to my DIY Lip Balm and my DIY Sugar Scrub, because Peppermint is invigorating, it adds a nice sensation to the lips and to the gently exfoliated skin on my legs and arms after using the scrub. Both are also great with a little lavender to the recipe as well.

Peppermint Sugar Scrub
I have been making sugar scrubs for a long time now, they are super easy to put together and a very effective, natural, way to support your skin! Sugar scrubs can be used on the entire body from heels to lips with various essential oils that support healthy skin and blood circulation, which supports healthy cell regeneration. I simply add this self-care step to my shower routine and I am amazed by the results of a product that is so easy to make. Immediately after I use the scrub I feel the softens it leaves behind. I use the scrub on my legs, feet, elbows and upper arms to gently exfoliate pores and soften the skin. It’s a perfect product from summer through winter to hydrate and moisturize.
Ingredients for Sugar Scrub:
Young Living Lavender and Peppermint Essential Oils
1 1/1 cup organic sugar (brown or white sugar or Himalayan sea salt as an alternative)
¼ cup carrier oil such as Coconut Oil, Grape seed Oil, or Almond Oil
Directions for Sugar Scrub:
Peppermint Lip Balm:
I like to use Peppermint and Lavender Essential Oils
1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil or Almond Oil
1 Tablespoon solid Coconut Oil
1 ½ Tablespoon Beeswax
1 Tablespoon Shea Butter
1 Tablespoon Cocoa Butter
Double Broiler (or use a pot of water and with a glass measuring cup)
Pour mixture into lip balm tubes or lip balm tins to harden 
Directions for Essential Oil Lip Balm

All Around The House:

• Add a drop or two onto your wool dryer balls to freshen up the laundry.
  
• Put a few drops on a cotton ball or create a spray to use  in the corners of the kitchen or house to repel annoyances that like to come around unwanted areas, such as door frames, counter tops, doormats.  
  
• Create a DIY room spray with 2 oz jar, add 10 drops of peppermint, 10 drops of lavender, a little witch hazel, fill the rest with distilled water.
  
• When you don't even want to address the piles of laundry you have around the house, the dirty dishes in the sink, and the other 20+ items in your to-do list, just turn to peppermint! Put a couple drops into your diffuser and it will help kick your butt into gear.

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