The fresh, cool, and invigorating scent of genuine peppermint essential oil belongs in every home and travel first-aid kit and is a classic in aromatherapy. It clears the mind and provides a cooling sensation. When used at the first signs of tension headaches, it can help prevent them. It aids concentration, promotes alertness, and revitalizes both body and mind. For jet lag, fatigue, and (travel) nausea, inhaling peppermint can provide relief. For stomach discomfort and digestive problems, compresses or rubs with peppermint oil are also helpful. Peppermint oil has also proven effective for colds, as it helps you breathe more easily. When applied topically, its cooling effect helps relieve itching, such as from insect bites. Cooling peppermint oil is often used in refreshing, invigorating body oils and adds a tingling sensation to summer foot baths and body scrubs. Peppermint is only suitable to a limited extent as a bath additive for full-body baths, as even the smallest amount can create a sensation of cold.
