Peppermint - Oil of a Buoyant Heart

dōTERRA Peppermint essential oil is useful to the digestive, nervous and respiratory systems. It also benefits your muscles, bones and skin. No wonder we all love our Peppermint! Peppermint essential oil is one of dōTERRA’s Therapeutic Wellness products that is listed with the Australian Government Department of Health Therapeutic Goods Administration as a Medicine Product.

The peppermint plant is a versatile perennial herb that has been cherished since ancient times. The plant’s first recorded appearance dates back to 1000 BC when dried peppermint leaves were found entombed in ancient Egyptian pyramids. Throughout time, this herb has been valued as a multi-purpose plant and an essential oil whose components are now used by cosmetic, culinary, and health industries around the world. Peppermint oil is also well known for its ability to help alleviate occasional stomach upset and promote healthy respiratory function when used internally. With so many facets and uses, Peppermint essential oil continues to be one of doTERRA’s best-selling and highly-favoured essential oils.

Peppermint was one of the first essential oils I ever tried. I was experiencing a lot of head and neck tension and discomfort. I started using the Peppermint often and it helped ease my head and neck discomfort. That experience helped me understand the power of Peppermint! Peppermint is still an oil I use OFTEN. Peppermint is fantastic for head and neck tension! Re-apply as needed every 15-20 minutes.

One bottle of essential oil has a wide variety of uses. Did you know there are 40-50 different ways to use a single bottle of essential oil? I have learned that essential oils are multi-purpose. And effective! Which is why they are so handy to have around my home.

dōTERRA Peppermint essential oil blends well with dōTERRA Lavender oil for a soothing massage blend.
Inhale for a non-stimulant, invigorating pick-me-up on long drives.
Add to shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating hair massage.
Repels bugs naturally. Spritz around windows and doors.
Apply topically to relieve feelings of tension.

One useful thing about peppermint oil is that it can help you stay alert. We use peppermint oil on long trips to help us stay alert at the wheel. Simply inhale directly from the bottle, or put a few drops on a cotton ball and place near the driver. You can even use an essential oil diffuser that is designed for the car. Diffuse when feeling fatigued or low on energy. Combine with Spearmint, Lemon, Lime, or Rosemary essential oils.

Peppermint also supports the respiratory system. Inhaling Peppermint helps promote feelings of clear airways and easy breathing. When taken internally, Peppermint may help ease nausea and motion sickness.

dōTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

Looking for something strong and natural to freshen your breath with? Mix a drop of Peppermint oil with a drop of Lemon in water, take a sip, and swirl it around in your mouth for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse. One of the key ingredients to this mouth rinse is the menthol found in Peppermint. Menthol has been used for centuries for its ability to cleanse and freshen. When you use a drop of Peppermint oil in your mouth rinse, the menthol is what gives it a fresh and minty kick. This powerful and fresh element is why Peppermint is found in many oral health products today. When using this Peppermint mouth rinse, you will experience a pleasurable, cooling feeling your mouth will love and you will walk away confident, knowing that your breath smells just as good as it feels.
Peppermint oil is a culinary wonder and has been used to add a fresh boost to meals in kitchens all across the world. However, Peppermint is not just limited to cooked dishes; it also makes a great addition to any drink or smoothie. Try adding one to two drops of Peppermint to your favourite smoothie recipe for a refreshing twist. By adding the flavour of Peppermint oil to your morning smoothie, you can start your day feeling more refreshed than ever. Don’t forget to get creative with your water, too! Add one drop of Peppermint with a cut fruit for a deliciously infused water. Peppermint oil makes a healthy addition to any drink because it helps promote healthy respiratory function and clear breathing, and by adding dōTERRA Peppermint oil to the drink of your choice, you are encouraging healthy respiratory function in your body while simultaneously adding a delicious flavour to your drinks.
Peppermint can be used aromatically to enliven the senses and promote a feeling of energy. This powerful oil can be extremely beneficial on its own, but when you add the right combination of essential oils to Peppermint, you get a wider variety of beneficial results. Try placing one drop of Peppermint oil in the palm of your hand, add one drop of Wild Orange and one drop of Frankincense, and inhale. This simple aromatic recipe is perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up. Including Wild Orange and Frankincense in this Peppermint mixture adds to its aromatic benefits. Wild Orange carries a sweet and fresh citrus smell that is used to uplift the mind and body, while Frankincense is valued for its ability to promote feelings of relaxation. By combining these two essential oils with Peppermint’s soothing properties, the blend becomes an aromatic powerhouse that will have you feeling relaxed and energised for the tasks ahead.
Sometimes feet just get dried out. It happens, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with it. Try this do-it-yourself Whipped Peppermint Foot Lotion and show your feet how much you appreciate them. This is a simple and light lotion that includes natural ingredients like Peppermint and Tea Tree. After a long day, there are few things better than taking a seat and giving your feet the cooling sensation that this DIY lotion brings. For best results, try applying this lotion generously to your feet and then putting socks on before you go to bed. Whipped Peppermint Foot Lotion will not only leave your feet smelling fresh, it will transform your sandpaper heels into a silky dream. If you are looking for a way to share the benefits of Peppermint oil with your friends, try making and sharing this DIY Candy Cane Sugar Scrub. This festive sugar scrub helps exfoliate and moisturise the hands, feet, and body, and it makes for a great seasonal gift. Not only will the scrub produce soft and smooth results, but its Peppermint oil base will provide a soothing sensation wherever it is applied.
Being outside in the sun can be a great way to uplift your mood, but sometimes too much sun exposure can quickly end your fun. Try this homemade After Sun Soothing Spray to maintain healthy-looking skin after too much sun. This soothing spray is filled with three powerful essential oils that calms and soothes irritated skin. One of the primary oils used in this spray is Peppermint. Peppermint is a perfect after-sun essential oil due to its high content of Menthol. Menthol is an organic substance in peppermint plants that will give your skin that cool and soothing feeling it needs after a hot day outdoors. Tea Tree (Melaleuca) and Lavender are two additional ingredients in this DIY that will improve the appearance of skin.
Looking for a long-lasting way to smell the sweet and minty aroma of Peppermint oil? Use this simple yet invigorating diffuser blend and enjoy this fresh aroma in your home, office, classroom, gym, or wherever you choose to go. To make this blend, combine 2 drops of Peppermint, 3 drops of Grapefruit, and 2 drops of Sandalwood into a diffuser. Using Peppermint oil in your diffuser will produce a cooling, invigorating vapour. Additionally, the grounding and mood-enhancing properties of Sandalwood and the uplifting benefits of Grapefruit l will work well with the soothing and relaxing effects of Peppermint to produce an energising and calming aroma that all will enjoy.
Peppermint oil makes a great addition to many dishes, especially treats. Try using this Black Bean Brownie recipe with Peppermint oil and put a nutritious and delicious spin on the traditional chocolate brownie. At first, making a sweet treat with black beans may seem a little off-putting, but don’t worry, black beans have a very mild flavour and are extremely rich, creamy, and full of protein. Once you venture out with this recipe, you won’t want to go back. To create an extra pop of flavour, add a couple drops of Peppermint for a delightful and refreshing flavour.
The soothing components found in Peppermint make it a desirable oil for massages. Try adding Peppermint to your massage experiences and enjoy the pleasurable cooling feelings it brings to your skin while immersing yourself in its sweet and relaxing aroma. A great massage companion to Peppermint is Lavender. This combination will produce optimal soothing feelings that will add to any massage. You can also try adding Peppermint essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating hair massage that will provide the pampering your scalp deserves.
Looking for a way to repel bugs and spiders in your house? Luckily, Peppermint oil provides a perfect solution to ward off those creepy crawlers. Many bugs and spiders dislike the potent smell of Peppermint, consequently, Peppermint is used as a home remedy to repel bugs naturally. Try placing 1–3 drops of essential oil on a cotton ball and position them in the corners of your bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, laundry room, or wherever you think these unwanted guests might be.
If you or someone you know has trouble staying awake during long meetings or would like a natural method to feel alert, Peppermint oil used topically and aromatically can help. Because of the invigorating and cooling effects of pure Peppermint oil produces when it comes in contact with skin, Peppermint is an ideal oil for staying attentive and aware. In order to create this extra boost, place 1–2 drops of Peppermint on your fingertips and then place your fingertips on your temples and rub. This will help give you the natural sense of alertness you desire when you need it most.

More dōTERRA Peppermint Uses

Support Healthy Breathing. Dilute a drop of Peppermint oil combined with Fractionated Coconut Oil and place under your nose to support open airways and help you breathe
A Hot Feet Fix. Add Peppermint to a cold compress and cool down your overworked feet.
Break Away From Summer Heat. Keep a spray bottle of water with a few drops of Peppermint essential oil nearby, especially when you REALLY need to cool down. I love to keep mine in the fridge for an even cooler sensation.
Could You Start A Fire With Your Breath? Use a drop of Peppermint with Lemon in water for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse. It freshens breath and builds confidence in your close
Take A Deep Breath. Inhale deeply to invigorate lungs and increase alertness.
Stressed? Apply to neck and forehead with Lavender to relieve tension and
A Joint Effort. Peppermint is a great way to cool joints without taking an ice It helps to soothe occasional soreness in muscles and joints.
Tummy Calmer. Rub on the stomach or take internally for occasional digestive.
Shake It Up. Add a drop of Peppermint to your chocolate Trim Shake for a yummy twist.
Zero To Satiety In Seconds. Most people eat until they feel full. Diffusing Peppermint will help reign in the urge to snack on junk food. It’s a good way to control appetite and to feel full faster.
Out On The Open Road. Don’t fall asleep at the wheel Inhale Peppermint from a handkerchief or straight from the bottle to perk up on long drives.
Awaken Your Senses. Before your next work out, apply a bit of Peppermint to your chest or just take a deep breathe straight from the open bottle. Then, after your workout add to shampoo to stimulate your senses and help with scalp health.
Approaching Deadlines Mean Long And Late Hours. Rather than grab a Snickers to revitalise you as you ‘go the extra mile’, deeply inhale Peppermint to feel revitalised and ready to go.
Un-Block Writer’s Block. Peppermint can support blood circulation and leave you feeling rejuvenated to keep those creative juices flowing. Simply spritz peppermint on child’s shirt before study time for improved concentration.
Savor The Combination. Peppermint makes a delicious addition to all things chocolate. Add a drop to your chocolate beverages and baked goods.

dōTERRA Peppermint Uses for the Home

1. Calm a Tempest. Just one drop of peppermint oil rubbed on the stomach or taken internally can help reduce bloating, gas, and occasional indigestion. A must-have when traveling!

2. Restore Vitality in the Mouth. When your breath is sharp and your mouth feels furry, peppermint oil with water (and lemon oil) creates a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse that leaves a lasting crisp, clean feeling.

3. It’s About Air Flow. Diffuse peppermint oil (or apply topically on the chest) to promote healthy respiratory function and clear breathing.

4. Cool the Joints. When the ravages of time wreak havoc on your joints, leaving that hot and achy feeling, peppermint oil mixed with lavender oil cools like an ice bath, but you to stay warm and dry.

5. Feel Full, Faster. Satiety. It’s about feeling full, and not overeating. The aroma of peppermint oil has the ability to make you feel full, faster…especially if you breathe it in during a meal!

6. Cool Your Tootsies. If you’ve been on your feet all day or religiously wear hard-soled shoes, just add peppermint oil to a cold water compress to cool your overworked, overheated tootsies.

7. Perk Up. The invigorating aroma of peppermint is a wonderful, non-stimulating way to perk up on long drives, in school, during late night homework or any other time you need to “burn the midnight oil.”

8. Energise Your Lather. Some shampoo and conditioner combos can make you want to go back to sleep. No energy. No pep. No fun. Not good. Add peppermint to your potions to stimulate the scalp, energize and wake up!

9. Seasonal Threats Beware. Peppermint oil has the ability to relax muscles in the body — the same muscles that line our airways and become affected when outdoors. Peppermint oil (with lemon) should certainly be another arrow to minimise the effects of seasonal changes.

10. Chase Away Tension. A few drops of peppermint dabbed on your temples, neck, and sinuses can quickly spring into action and chase that tension away!

11. Help Kids Get on the Ball. The next time Junior is a little unresponsive to all that is going on with school and homework, try spritzing a little peppermint on his shirt before study time, placing a drop on the tongue or under the nose for improved concentration and alertness.

12. Seep, Soak & Revitalise. After a long day, apply peppermint, let it seep in and then soak in a warm bath or shower. The refreshing peppermint vapour will make you feel cool, relaxed and energised again.

13. Add a Refreshing Kick to Your Tea. Just one drop of peppermint oil can add life to any herbal tea (without having to add lots of sugar) while also aiding in normal digestion. May I suggest only using a toothpick to begin with, stick the toothpick in the hole of the essential oil bottle and then once you have Peppermint on it, swirl it around your cup of hot water.

14. A “Should I Work Out Today?” Antidote. You ask yourself this question. It’s OK. Using peppermint oil prior to exercise immediately awakens your senses and gets you in your right mind so you can crank.

15. A Snack Vendor’s Nightmare. When you get that mid-morning craving, diffuse peppermint oil to reign in the urge to snack on junk food, or anything else that might appear before you.

Cooking & Food

16. Add Zip to All Things Chocolate. Enhance your chocolate in a gazillion ways: gourmet hot chocolate, mint brownie frosting, peppermint bark, peppermint patties, peppermint brownies, peppermint chocolate Bundt cake, red velvet cupcakes with white chocolate peppermint cream cheese, yum!

17. Brisk, Delightful Confections. Peppermint chiffon cake, homemade candy canes, butter mints, peppermint ice cream, peppermint glaze over pastries and cookies, and homemade peppermint patties.

18. Unforgettable Beverages. Peppermint water on ice, peppermint mocha, peppermint tea, peppermint hot chocolate, that’s right … it’s all delish.

Body & Mind

19. Wake Up Your Mind. Peppermint oil activates the limbic function in your brain. The limbic function helps control things like emotions and long-term memory and is related to olfactory structures in your nose.

20. An Itch Fix. If you have the after effects of a too much sun where the skin is a little warm and itchy, apply a drop of peppermint oil (mixed with lavender) to cool, soothe and stop itching.

21. Theme Park Relief. If you’ve got that “Oh my gosh, I can’t believe I just went on a spinning ride” feeling, four or five drops of peppermint rubbed on the stomach can calm stomach muscles and help dispel discomfort.

22. Travel to the Arctic, Without Traveling. When you add a few drops of peppermint to your ice water, it not only improves the taste but also leaves you with a feeling of cool, refreshing arctic wind in your airways!

23. Burrow No More. If you find a tick has decided to make your skin its home, just give that tick a nice bath of peppermint oil with a cotton swab. The tick will stop burrowing, remove its head and then he’s yours.

24. Don’t Make It Easy on the Critters. Many household bugs do not like peppermint oil — ants, aphids, beetles, plant lice, mice, and cockroaches try to steer clear of peppermint. Just add to water in a spray bottle and spray where you think pests grace you with their presence!

25. Clean Naturally. Peppermint oil is a wonderful natural cleaning agent. Spray on countertops and bathroom surfaces, scrub, and enjoy cleaner clean.

26. Sleep Like a Baby. If you find you are having a hard time sleeping, peppermint oil helps activate cold-sensitive receptors in the skin and mucosal tissues. When used this way, it may help you sleep like a baby.

27. Quell Apathy. When you’re with someone who feels gloomy or like they “just don’t care”, ask them to try peppermint oil (aromatically, topically, or internally) to stimulate their mental sharpness and focus.

28. It’s About a State of Mind. Someone’s mental outlook can be a game changer. If they are shocked, stressed out or nervous, peppermint oil may help restore feelings of normalcy and balance.

29. Pick-Me-Up. Place one drop in the palm of the hand with one drop Wild Orange and one drop Frankincense and inhale for a mid-day pick-me-up.

30. Alleviate Internal Strife. When used topically or internally, peppermint is a favourite to alleviate occasional stomach upset.

31. For That “Marathon in Clogs” Feeling. When you feel like you’ve just run a marathon in clogs, and your feet are a hot mess of ouch, massage peppermint oil onto aching feet, joints, and strained muscles.

32. Leap from Lethargic. Feeling lethargic or in a brain fog? Peppermint has been known to improve blood circulation and awareness, leaving you with an energised, awake feeling.

33. Go Eight-Leg Free. When you diffuse peppermint into the room, you’ll notice fewer spiders. Why? They don’t like it. It’s safe, contains no harsh chemicals or pesticides. It doesn’t kill the spiders but forces them out.

dōTERRA Peppermint Touch

If you prefer to have your Peppermint essential oil already diluted, doTERRA offers a pre-diluted rollerbottle called Peppermint Touch. It is mixed with fractionated coconut oil at the perfect ratio for everyone, including children or adults with sensitive skin. You’ll love how convenient it is as well. Stick it in your purse to use Peppermint oil on go! Click here for more information about doTERRA Peppermint Touch.

dōTERRA Enteric Coated Peppermint Softgels

Do you want to maximise the digestive benefits of Peppermint? Look no further than our dōTERRA enteric coated Peppermint softgels! The enteric coating allows the active ingredients to pass through the stomach and reach the small intestines where it is most effective. Learn more about Peppermint softgels here.

dōTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil Beadlets

Here is another great essential oil product from dōTERRA containing Peppermint. Our Peppermint essential oil beadlets give you a convenient way to use Peppermint on the go. Use them to freshen breath, get a quick energy and mood lift, or to open your sinuses. To use, put a beadlet in your mouth, and bite down. The cooling effect will be immediately felt. Learn more about doTERRA Peppermint essential oil beadlets here.