Peppermint oil comes from the peppermint plant—a hybrid of watermint and spearmint—and grows in Europe and North America. Peppermint oil is commonly used as a flavoring in foods and beverages and as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics.
The soothing components in peppermint oil make it a desirable oil for massages. When applied to the skin, peppermint oil provides a pleasant cooling sensation while releasing a sweet and relaxing fragrance.
Peppermint essential massage oil is cooling, refreshing, calms irritated skin, and stimulates circulation. This oil is rich in vitamins C and P, making the skin smooth and firm.
What Does Peppermint Oil Do for You?
Using a massage oil with peppermint essential oil offers many benefits:
- Cooling and soothing: Peppermint has a calming and cooling effect on the skin, providing relief for various skin issues.
- Relieves stress: Due to its refreshing nature, peppermint can help alleviate stress, depression, and mental fatigue.
- Eases anxiety and restlessness: It is also effective against anxiety and restlessness.
- Boosts energy levels: Peppermint oil has a strong effect on mental clarity and increases energy levels.
- Relieves sore muscles: With its pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties, peppermint oil can not only reduce pain and inflammation but also help relax muscle spasms that cause cramps.
In short, peppermint essential oil is perfect for relaxation massages as well as sports massages where clients suffer from muscle pain, helping to relieve sore muscles.
DISCLAIMER: The effectiveness of essential oils against diseases is not scientifically proven. Always consult a doctor before using essential oils for treating illnesses. Click here for more information.
