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What is peppermint oil good for?
Peppermint oil is promoted for topical use (applied to the skin) for problems like headache, muscle aches, joint pain, and itching. In aromatherapy, peppermint oil is promoted for treating coughs and colds, reducing pain, improving mental function, and reducing stress.
What is a substitute for peppermint oil?
If you don’t have Peppermint, try using Orange, Spearmint, or Lemon for similar benefits.
How long does peppermint oil take to work?
Peppermint oil capsules will start to work within a few hours but it could take up to 1 to 2 weeks to take full effect. If your symptoms do not improve, or get worse at any time, speak to your doctor.
Is mint extract the same as peppermint oil?
The fundamental difference is that peppermint oil is made of pure peppermint, while peppermint extract is essentially a flavored solution–a little peppermint and a lot of something else.
What’s the difference between peppermint essential oil and peppermint extract?
Peppermint oil is much more concentrated than extract, which is used primarily in cooking. The oil is just that — straight peppermint oil– while exttract consists mostly of other ingredients, plus enough oil for flavor. For example, McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract is 89% alcohol (plus peppermint oil and water).
Does Wal-Mart sell Pure peppermint oil?
Yes, Walmart does sell peppermint oil. The least expensive one they carry (with good reviews) is GuruNanda 100% Pure Peppermint Essential Oil for Aromatherapy. This one is for topical use only, so not for consumption. And it’s currently about $6.00.
Where can you buy peppermint essential oil?
Peppermint oil can be found at all natural food stores. It can also be purchased through many online natural product retailers. Make sure to get 100% pure peppermint oil so that you can make your own diffusions. Pure peppermint oil is made by pressing the oil out of peppermint leaves.
What is mint oil?
Mint oil is an all-natural coolant. This coolant helps lower the temperature of your skin, which provides relief from painful burns. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it the perfect oil to use when sunburn causes irritation on your skin.