Angelique Massage & Aromatherapy Oil, Silky Smooth, COOL MINT

Angelique mint massage oil is specially formulated with a unique carrier oil blend. a cool and refreshing massage oil, formulated to give you maximum benefits of mint oil. it gives you a silky, smooth, non-greasy feeling with a cool aroma of mint oil. ingredients carrier oil blend, mint oil
Benefits: 

Rejuvenate Skin

One of the best benefits of peppermint oil is its ability to cleanse and rejuvenate skin. Combine four to five drops of peppermint oil with a tablespoon of fine Himalayan rock salt and two tablespoons of tamanu oil (olive oil will also work in a pinch) for a refreshingly natural, restorative facial scrub. Ingleton alerts that caution must be taken before applying peppermint oil to the skin. "Make sure that the peppermint oil is highly diluted to avoid causing skin reactions and burning."

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Heal a Sore Throat

To help soothe a sore throat or alleviate your cold, add a couple of drops of peppermint oil into 1/4 of a teaspoon of salad oil. Dissolve a half-teaspoon of rock salt into a glass of warm water and whisk in the peppermint oil mixture. According to Elder, this is safe and may provide symptomatic relief for some people. Gargle this mixture once or twice daily to relieve inflammation and kill bacteria.1

Soothe Itchy Skin

Because peppermint oil gives a cooling sensation and can provide relief of discomfort, one of its top benefits is to help to soothe itchy skin on the body. Dilute two drops of pure peppermint oil in one tablespoon of aloe vera gel or warm coconut oil and smooth over itchy or dry skin. Add a drop of tea tree oil for added relief. Wilson alerts that it's important to patch test if the skin is irritated and avoid products that contain too much peppermint—as it could cause irritation.

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Reduce Acne

Peppermint oil has antiseptic and antibacterial benefits that can work as a natural alternative for clearing acne-prone skin.3 It's best used in conjunction with two drops of eucalyptus oil, five drops of peppermint oil diluted with one tablespoon of tamanu oil, and can be dabbed directly on pimples and left to absorb overnight. The menthol properties can also decongest the skin and reduce redness, making diluted peppermint oil a potentially cooling option for mild rosacea.

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Heal a Sunburn

Wilson confirms that peppermint is excellent to provide cooling relief and dull the discomfort associated with a sunburn, which is important to its healing. "The most important part of healing a sunburn is to keep the skin hydrated and to allow the heat to disperse," she adds. 

To best support these efforts, peppermint oil is best applied with aloe vera to cool the skin while maintaining hydration without trapping the heat. Grab a two-ounce glass bottle and fill it almost to the top with aloe vera gel. Add 15 drops of peppermint oil and shake vigorously. Smooth the mixture over your skin to soothe inflammation and expedite the healing process. 

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Moisturize Lips

One of our favorite benefits of peppermint oil is to be found in DIY lip balm for soft lips. Combine equal parts shea butter, coconut oil, and grated beeswax, and then heat in a double boiler until fully melted. Add peppermint oil (about a quarter teaspoon per half-cup of melted mixture). Allow to cool, and then place in metal or plastic tubes or tins.

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Relieve Headaches

Menthol is the main component of peppermint oil, and it has been used to treat some kinds of pain: "Clinical studies have shown that topical peppermint oil administration can help relieve tension headaches," says Elder. Apply some drops to the forehead and temples to relieve the discomfort. Remember to rest and avoid too much stress.