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Peppermint oil

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Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Mentha piperita oil

Found 11 topical uses for Peppermint oil

  • Postherpetic neuralgia RatingRatingRatingRating

    Peppermint oil alleviates nerve pain. Apply 2-4 drops of peppermint oil as it is or diluted in almond oil 2-4 times daily, for many weeks.

  • Gingivitis RatingRatingRating

    Peppermint oil is an antibacterial; eliminates bacteria responsible of bad breath. Use peppermint oil containing mouthwash or toothpaste many times daily, as suggested on the label.

  • Tension headache RatingRatingRating

    Peppermint oil alleviates headache; it has a calming and relaxing effect. Apply and rub a topical product containing 10% peppermint oil to forehead 2-4 times daily, for many weeks.

  • Back pain RatingRating

    Peppermint oil improves blood circulation; alleviates pain. Apply peppermint oil diluted in a carrier oil topically 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Halitosis RatingRating

    Peppermint oil is an antibacterial; eliminates bacteria responsible of bad breath. Use peppermint oil containing mouthwash or toothpaste many times daily, as suggested on the label.

  • Improving concentration RatingRating

    Peppermint oil improves mental alertness. Use peppermint oil by inhalation many times daily, as suggested on the label.

  • Nasal congestion RatingRating

    Peppermint oil reduces nasal stuffiness. Use peppermint oil by inhalation as needed.

  • Nausea RatingRating

    Peppermint oil reduces nausea. Use peppermint oil by inhalation as needed.

  • Poison oak & poison ivy dermatitis RatingRating

    Peppermint oil alleviates symptoms. Apply diluted peppermint oil on affected area 3-4 times daily, for many days, as suggested on the label.

  • Vaginitis RatingRating

    Peppermint oil is an antibacterial; it is an antifungal; fights fungus. Apply peppermint oil containing vaginal douche daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

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