Peppermint oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils, and for good reason. It has a profusion of beneficial qualities, making it useful in a variety of applications. The two areas you find peppermint oil in most are foods and personal care.
The Wide World of Peppermint Oil
Candy canes, gum, ice cream, cookies … We all love the taste of peppermint, especially in sweets. Some enormous food-based corporations would go belly up if the planet were depleted of peppermint. Fortunately, the situation is unlikely, as there are peppermint farms all over the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Peppermint oil is also used in personal care products like lotions, creams, shampoos, and soaps. One whiff of its sharp, sweet scent is an instant pick-me-up. Aromatherapy and massage professionals also use it to rejuvenate the senses.
One quality of peppermint oil you may not be familiar with is its ability to repel rodents. Since it is a natural repellant, rats and mice steer clear of its scent. And it is a far more humane way of ridding your home of these small animals than traps or poison.
Chances are, you can use a little peppermint oil in your daily routine–if you dont already. A cautionary warning: peppermint oil is not advised for women who are pregnant or nursing.
