Saturday, 31 March 2012

Peppermint Oil


Source: Peppermint plant by steam distillation

Properties: Contains menthol; good source of Vitamins A and C as well minerals like manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium and copper

Benefits: Fights dandruff and lice; stimulates the hair follicle therefore encouraging hair growth; increases blood circulation; prevents and treats hair loss; treats dry scalp; adds shine and gloss; conditioner; controls excess oil production; nourishes dull skin; gives a cooling effect

Uses: Bath oil; in creams and lotions

Best combined with: Avocado; olive; jojoba; eucalyptus; lavender; lemon; rosemary