Many products harness the benefits of peppermint oil, but working with it in its most natural

state yields far more benefits. Because it is an essential oil and a rather potent one at that, using it
in its undiluted form is not recommended. Great oils to dilute peppermint essential oils are
almond oil or jojoba oil. With its cooling effect and sweet smell, it can be misjudged as safe for
everyone but it can trigger side effects in people with sensitivities.

Benefits of peppermint essential oil

This oil contains a host of minerals and nutrients including, calcium, copper, folate, iron,
potassium, magnesium, and manganese. It has omega-3, vitamins A, and C, and due to the
menthol, menthone and methyl esters in peppermint essential oil it is widely used in cigarettes,
chew gum, teas, ice creams, soaps and shampoos. It is believed to aid in indigestion, dental care,
stress, and even respiratory problems.

Benefits of peppermint essential oil for hair

This oil is a powerhouse of nutrients and minerals with some fatty acids and that cooling effect
from menthol so you know this is phenomenal oil for our hair. Peppermint oil can aid in oil
secretion in skin, and therefore prevent acne and help with treat cracked lips and an irritated
scalp. It has antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, which help to cool the scalp and eliminate
dandruff and fight lice. It can relieve a dry scalp, stimulate hair growth, and give hair a healthy
shine. This is a great oil for adding to massage oil or hair oil along with a few drops in a
shampoo or conditioner if having scalp or hair issues, as it will pass on those antimicrobial and
antiseptic properties to those products.

It stimulates hair growth because of the increase blood circulation to the scalp when it is applied
through an oil massage or in the shampoo or conditioner. This is one of the reasons you find this
oil in products for baldness or hair thinning. There are several products that carry this great oil in
their formula, but if you want the more potent oil you can create it yourself.

How to make your own peppermint oil

 Fresh peppermint oil

 Glass jar with tight lid
 Olive oil
Wash the peppermint leaves before crushing or chopping them, as this will release the natural
oil. Place them in the jar and pour the olive oil over them. Make sure the olive oil cover the
leaves completely. Seal the jar tightly and wait 24 hrs. Strain the oil and add more chopped or
crushed peppermint leaves and olive oil and then reseal. Repeat the process for five consecutive
days. Remove the leaves by straining and pour the oil into another clean container and store in a
cool place.

Products with peppermint essential oil

 Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Special Shampoo

 Deep Revitalizing Hair Loss Prevention Shampoo
 EDEN BodyWorks Peppermint Tea Tree Hair Milk

HAIR SCIENCE, HAIR-CARE

Peppermint Oil For Hair Growth

POSTED ON JANUARY 5, 2018 BY NUTRAFOL HAIR EXPERT
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Peppermint is a hybrid between spearmint and water mint, and besides smelling great it
can also be used for a variety of health issues. It can be distilled into an essential oil
for use on sore muscles, and it has anti-nausea and digestive benefits. The use goes
back thousands of years and traces of this herb have even been found in the pyramids.
Primarily, it is used for stomach and sinus issues. But did you know that you can also
use peppermint oil for hair growth and scalp issues?

Hair loss is more common than you may think, even among young women. Your hair
falling out can be caused by genetic reasons or by a shift in your diet. It can also be a
medication you take, weight loss, a disease or stress that is the culprit. If you are not
sure what the actual cause is, it is preferable to try a natural remedy rather than turning
to a medication that could create other problems in the body.

Study on Peppermint Oil for Hair Growth

The positive effect of peppermint oil on hair growth was the subject of a 2014 study from
Keimyung University in Korea. Researchers compared the efficiency of 4 different
substances for the increase of hair growth in mice:
• Saline
• Jojoba oil
• The hair growth medication minoxidil
• Peppermint oil
The mice were divided into four groups, and each group was treated with a different
solution. The effects were pretty astonishing; peppermint oil was the most effective in
increasing hair thickness, number of hair follicles, and the depth of the follicles. It also
did not cause any unwanted side effects or any weight gain in the animals.

We always recommend using an all-natural remedy to increase hair growth. Non-

natural hair loss medications can cause side effects like skin itching, increased heart
rate, weight gain or erectile dysfunction in men. Peppermint oil is one of few natural
plant remedies being evaluated by scientists. It has amazing overall health benefits,
some of them being antioxidant, antimicrobial and antifungal. It also has a positive effect
on irritable bowel syndrome.

Peppermint oil for hair

growth is both natural, cheap, and smells good.
Some Ways to Use Peppermint Oil at Home
To get the most out of your peppermint oil for hair care, pick an oil that is okay to use
directly on the skin. A pure essential oil is too strong and will irritate your skin. You can
also use pure essential peppermint oil and dilute it yourself with jojoba or coconut oil.

 Take diluted peppermint oil and rub it into your scalp, giving yourself a scalp massage. Let it
work for about half an hour and then wash your hair as usual. The friction on your scalp will
increase the blood circulation, which in turn will activate their follicles. The blood transports
oxygen and nutrients to the follicles and makes sure they can produce healthy hair.
 For a quicker fix, add a few drops of peppermint oil in your shampoo or conditioner before
getting in the shower. Wash and condition your hair as usual and notice how you will not
only smell fresh but also have a more nourished hair.
 Adding a few drops of oil to your regular hair mask also works. A homemade moisturizing
hair mask of avocado or eggs will get an extra energy boost by peppermint oil. Use the mask
as usual and wash your hair thoroughly after. Peppermint oil can help to calm your scalp
while working to aid your hair growth.
Peppermint oil for hair growth is both natural, cheap and smells good, but if you want an
extra layer of protection for your hair growth you should also try a hair supplement
with all natural ingredients.

Genetic hair loss is a progressive condition: it will continue unabated if there is no intervention as
there is a biological reason why hair is falling out. But what about hair that has been shaved off, or,
perhaps, that has been lost to another hair loss condition? Might there be things you can rub into the
scalp to help hair grow back more quickly?
It is a conundrum that has challenged scientists (and the ‘quacks’ that masqueraded as scientists
before them) for millennia, and explains why people have been known to rub everything from coffee
to onions and garlic on their scalp when they notice their hair is thinning out.
 Shaved mice tested
But there may be more to it than mere folklore if a Korean study on mice is to be believed. In brief,
scientists shaved a group of five-week-old mice, split them into groups and then applied different
solutions to their skin six times a week for four weeks. According to the official report submitted by
the team, they used a saline solution, jojoba oil, minoxidil and peppermint oil (a French brand
named Saniflore).
Their findings are certainly food for thought: the team state that the most impressive regrowth was
seen in the mice on which the peppermint oil was applied. This, they say, scored slightly higher than
Minoxidil – medically proven to regrow hair on humans – and their observations suggest that
peppermint was significantly better than both the jojoba oil and the saline solution, with the most
marked difference in growth happening in weeks two and three.
In their report the team state that: “Peppermint (Mentha piperita) extracted from peppermint leaves is
generally regarded as an excellent carminative and gastric stimulant, and also has been used in
cosmetic formulations as a fragrance component and a general skin conditioning agent. The
principal ingredient of peppermint oil, menthol, is primarily responsible for its beneficial effects.”
They go on to say that peppermint has been reported to show anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and
antifungal activities as well as strong antioxidant activity.
Which conditions could it help?
There is little doubt that these findings are interesting, though how the results would translate to
human subjects remains to be seen.
It is also crucial for the hair loss conditions it is intended to treat be named. We suspect they are
likely to be temporary types of shedding such as Telogen Effluvium or perhaps Diffuse
Thinning as these conditions cause thinning hair, mostly in women, but the hair will usually regrow
by itself within up to a year of the underlying cause – which can be anything from stress to a side
effect of certain medications or child birth – is resolved. These conditions can also be treated and
Belgravia offers various high strength minoxidil products to help combat both, as part of a
bespoke treatment plan tailored to each client.
As previously stated, peppermint certainly won’t stop hair being lost to Male Pattern Baldness – the
most common form of hair loss – as this is cased by a genetic sensitivity to something called DHT, a
testosterone by-product which can cause hair follicles to shrink and stop producing hair.
 Restorative powers of menthol
Belgravia is certainly aware of the restorative powers of menthol: it can help to stimulate the scalp,
temporarily improving localised blood flow in the same way as massage does. However, it does not
work on a molecular level, so it is more of a therapeutic “booster” and should not be considered a
treatment or medication.
Menthol scalp treatments are often used during certain Belgravia clinical therapy treatments,
alongside a range of other therapies including Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), infra-red
stimulation and scalp massage, as menthol does have some beneficial properties.
It is not for everyone, however, as some people find it too harsh. For that reason, it is recommended
that anyone wishing to try it at home is very careful about what they are using.
It is best to only use specifically designated peppermint oil/menthol hair products rather than mix
your own, as essential oils can easily be damaging in the wrong hands and can also be an irritant to
some people. A small skin patch test of the product you intend to use before applying it to the scalp
is advisable and if you feel more of a warmth and burning sensation than a mild tingle, rinse your
hair and scalp immediately using warm water and a mild shampoo.