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Body efficacy It has a double effect, hot when it can cool, cold when it can warm the body, so it is excellent for the treatment of colds and flu, the respiratory symptoms are very good, for dry cough, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis has a certain efficacy. It is also very helpful for digestive disorders, eliminating flatulence, relieving stomach pain and heartburn; in addition, it can reduce pain and is also effective for migraines, and can also help reduce fever. Psychological Benefits The cooling properties of Taiwan Damao Wormwood Mint can calm anger, hysteria and fear, and can lift the spirit, giving the mind a free space to stretch. Beauty Benefits It can regulate unclean, clogged skin, its cooling sensation, can contract microvascular, soothe itching, inflammation and burns, but also soften the skin, for the removal of blackheads and acne and oily skin is also very effective. Other effects On weekdays, you can drop peppermint on a sponge to dissolve unpleasant odors or fishy smells, such as the car, the room, the refrigerator, etc., not only aromatic, but also repel mosquitoes. Skin Benefits Contracts microvessels, removes toxins from the body, improves eczema, ringworm, soothes itching, inflammation and burns, softens the skin, eliminates blackheads and pimples, and is beneficial for oily hair and skin types. Physiological effects Peppermint is the best essential oil for colds and flu, inhibiting fever and inflammation of the mucous membranes and promoting perspiration; it is very effective in clearing the throat and eliminating bad breath; it has a cooling and analgesic effect, relieving headaches, migraines and toothaches; it is also good for the respiratory system, the digestive system and the endocrine system. Usage 1. If you are sensitive to the use of peppermint, please do not use it at night before going to sleep, in order to avoid difficulty in falling asleep. The amount of peppermint used should not be more than 1/4 of the total amount (that is, 3/4 of the other essential oils should be used). 2. The same principle applies to the formulation of the skin massage. 3. 3. Unless a specific purpose, peppermint is not suitable for use as a bath, but is very suitable for shampooing and hand washing (need to be combined with other essential oils) at the same time must be avoided near the eyes and mucous membrane tissues of the body. 4. Essential oil massage - to promote metabolism Add 3-5 drops of peppermint essential oil in the massage base oil, do local body massage (Note: Due to the peppermint essential oil has a highly effective cooling effect, should not be in the winter time for the whole body massage, otherwise it is easy to catch a cold). Can relieve muscle fatigue, relieve neuralgia, eliminate gastrointestinal discomfort. 5. Steam the furnace steam 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil added to the water container in the aromatherapy furnace, light the furnace, peppermint essential oil is quickly emitted into the air, can improve headaches, treatment of colds, relief of nasal congestion. (Note: Due to the high volatility of peppermint essential oil, the essential oil in the furnace will soon evaporate, this time you need to re-add essential oil in order to maintain the content of essential oil in the air to ensure the therapeutic effect). 6. Cold compress with essential oils - for fever, headache, migraine Add 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil to a basin of cold water (adding ice cubes is even better) and put in a towel. Wring out the towel after stirring briefly. Apply the towel to the forehead and hands to help reduce fever and headache. 7. Essential oil inhalation - for motion sickness, seasickness, headache, dizziness Put 5-8 drops of peppermint essential oil in a piece of cotton or a handkerchief, put it in front of your nose and inhale the essential oil, which can improve motion sickness, seasickness, and if it is serious, you can apply a small amount of the essential oil directly in front of your nose or in your temples, which can wake up the comatose person.