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Peppermint oil is best used as a non-ingestible... meaning you should not eat it directly but allow it to diffuse into some other mucous membrane. I generally put a few drops into the corner of each eye and that makes all the difference in the world.
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How much peppermint oil should you put in the bath?
Peppermint is not recommended as a bath oil. The peppermint essential oil can cause stinging, or dermatitis. When peppermint essential oil is included in mixtures intended for topical use it is drastically diluted with an inert carrier oil.
What do you do if you get peppermint oil on skin?
Actually peppermint oil won't hurt the skin(unless you have very sensitive skin), people use peppermint oil in spas so you should be okay if a little peppermint oil gets on your skin or you could simply wash it off.
Can you replace peppermint extract with peppermint oil?
Yes, you can replace peppermint extract with peppermint oil in most recipes. However, peppermint oil is more potent than extract, so you will need to use less of it. Typically, you would use about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint oil for every teaspoon of extract called for in the recipe.
Can you use a reed diffuser with peppermint oil to repel pests?
Peppermint has a strong smell that many pests find irritating. The oil from this plant can be used to deter both insect and animal pests from the home. Many people enjoy the scent and have used peppermint oil to not only keep nuisances such as mice, roaches, flies and fleas out of their home, they have eradicated infestations for good. Peppermint oil is safe to use in homes with children and pets. It is easy to find in grocery stores, in the baking aisle near other flavorings.
Can you use peppermint extract in your hair?
Yes you can but it needs to be diluted by a carrier oil such as.... Grape seed oil Castor oil Vatika oil Avocado oil Henna Amla oil
Is 100 percent pure essential peppermint oil harmful if swallowed in very small drops?
Peppermint essential oil is listed as Non-toxic and Non-irritant (except in concentration) The menthol in the oil can cause sensitization in some people. Essential oils are not generally recommended for use in a neat form (undiluted). I personally would not recommend ingesting even small amounts of undiluted peppermint essential oil.
Can I get burned from using peppermint oil on your anus?
Disclaimer: I saw this question in the Mice and Rats category; I'm not a mouse so I'm only speaking here as a rat. I would prefer if you didn't use peppermint oil on my anus. But if you would like to use it on your own anus do so at your own risk.
Can peppermint oil get rid of flies?
Yes. Peppermint, although it has a pleasant aroma and taste to humans, is naturally disliked by many insects, including mosquitoes, fleas, ants and flies. Some suggestions for using it as an insect repellent include strategic placement of cotton balls soaked in peppermint oil, topical application on the body, or the use of various concoctions containing peppermint oil that can be sprayed over a broader area. A couple of links are given below, with more information.
How do you stop capsaicin cream from burning?
My husband rubbed in the capsaicin cream quickly on the area that needed it, and it started burning, so I asked him to hurry and put on peppermint essential oil. Only a few drops of the peppermint oil "put out the fire"! We wanted to use both, because the peppermint oil is very calming and cooling, and the capsaicin helps heal. My problem was PHN pain after a bout of shingles.
Can you drink extract?
I would strongly, strongly recommend NOT drinking peppermint extract, doing so for health purposes could be DANGEROUS. Large Internal Doses such as drinking peppermint extract could cause severe kidney damage, irregluar heartbeats, miscarriages in pregnant women. Peppermint extract is a diluted version of the peppermint oil which is 100% oil and the most prodominate active ingredient is menthol. CAUTION: Pure Peppermint should not be ingested and Pure Menthol can be FATAL in as small a dose as 1 tsp. You can use drops of peppermint extract (and even the peppermint oil in a smaller amount) to freshen your breath or add to water or tea. It is used in cooking baked goods, desserts, candy, in dietary supplements.
In Greek food which mint do you use peppermint or spearmint?
The answer for that question is Peppermint
Is it OK to put peppermint oil on your penis?
You should never apply an essential oil directly to your skin as they are highly concentrated. However, if it's contained in a carrier oil with a ratio of 1 drop peppermint oil per 1 tsp-tbsp of carrier (coconut, olive etc.) then yes it's perfectly ok, but peppermint oil will always tingle/burn slightly due to its menthol content. Different peoples skins are more sensitive to peppermint oil than others so test it on a less sensitive part of your skin first, (wrist, neck, cheek) and use a less concentrated ratio if you experience irritation.
