What is Peppermint Oil? Also known as peppermint extract and peppermint essential oil, peppermint oil is harvested via steam distillation of the stems and leaves of the peppermint plant. The main constituents of peppermint oil include: Menthol Menthone Menthyl acetate Menthofuran Cineol Limonene Pulegone Caryophyllene Pinene The components in peppermint oil supply it with anti-inflammatory, […]
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Top 10 Essential Oils for Bug Bites
Ouch! Got bitten by a bug? Before you scratch, slap or set your bug bite to fire, take a look at some natural remedies that can help you heal your bite within minutes. There are many natural and therapeutic essential oils for bug bites that you can use on bug bites without having to run […]
How to Treat Toenail Fungus with Essential Oils
Why You Should Use Essential Oils to Treat Nail Fungus Nail fungus, known as onychomycosis in medical terms, is a common nail infection that affects about 5% of the general population. There are many conventional oral and topical treatments for nail fungus but in most cases, even after using these treatments, the nail fungus returns […]
Homemade Essential Oil Recipe for Varicose Veins | Roll-On Remedy
Varicose veins, though generally harmless, can be painful and visually unappealing. If your varicose veins are bulging, unsightly, painful and/or uncomfortable, you might want to invest in a few all-natural ingredients and get to work making your homemade recipe to find fast relief and treat your varicose veins without the aid of conventional medicines. However, […]
Does Lavender Repel Bed Bugs?
Bed Bugs – A Sleepless Nightmare It all started with one bite, then several more, and within days I was on the verge of bitter tears and my partner and I were planning to throw all our furniture and belongings, move out to a new flat and start a new life. Who knew tiny, almost […]