Peppermint oil is an ideal choice if you have spiders in your house because it is all-natural. You don't have to spray harsh chemicals that could have a negative impact on both humans and animals; instead, you can use a small amount of peppermint oil, which is safe for use around all living things.The great thing about peppermint oil is that it not only smells good, but it doesn't kill the spiders, it just forces them out. In addition to spiders, the peppermint oil will also keep other pests away such as ants and mice as well as most insects. With just a little bit of peppermint oil in your home you may find that it is suddenly free of all of the pests you dislike.
- Peppermint oil can easily be applied to your home to repel spiders and other pests. Simply soak a cotton ball with peppermint oil and then place it in a small dish where you commonly see spiders, ants, mice or other pests. The oil will eventually dry up, so check the cotton ball every two to three weeks and soak again if needed. The scent of the peppermint oil is not appealing to the pests and will repel them, forcing them to move out if they are there and keeping them out. The benefit is that your home will be pest free and also smell great.
- You should treat your home as soon as you notice spider activity. Once you find this works for you, you would be well advised to place a soaked cotton ball in the areas where the spiders come in every spring and fall or when you see the most spider activity. In warm climates, you would be well advised to keep soaked cotton balls in these areas year 'round.
- Peppermint oil can often be found in your grocery store, although you may not be able to buy it in large quantities. If you cannot find it in your grocery store, check with your local health foods store or even a hobby supply shop, as peppermint oil is often used in candle making. The oil can always be purchased online and is usually available in quantities ranging from as little as half an ounce to 24 ounces.
- Peppermint oil is generally affordable. A 16 ounce bottle will cost between $10 and $15. This may sound like a lot, but when you consider that you need just a teaspoon full or so to soak a cotton ball, this is cost effective as the bottle can last you months or even years, depending on your climate and the size of your home.Here are some additional ways peppermint can help you:
- Use 1 drop of Peppermint oil in a mug of hot water instead of tea. 1 drop equals 24 bags of peppermint tea!
- Inhale Peppermint oil or from the palms of your hands to help with nausea.
- Rub 1-2 drops of Peppermint oil on your stomach to help with stomachache.
- Mix 3-4 drops of Peppermint with water in a spray bottle and spray the back of your neck while working outside for a great cooling effect.
- Leave your aspirin at home. Peppermint helps with headaches and migraines!
- Pain from bumps can be alleviated with a drop of Peppermint.
- Bumped your leg? A drop or two of Peppermint oil can keep bruises at bay.
- Mom’s add a drop or two of Peppermint oil to your child’s shampoo and protect them from lice!
- Dandruff? Use some Peppermint on your scalp!
- Sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, cold and cough can be treated with peppermint.
- Use Peppermint oil instead of breath freshener before you kiss your hubby!
- A drop or two of Peppermint oil on a cold wet cloth used over the eyes can help reduce your stress level.
- Use Peppermint on cotton balls to deter mice.
- Spray Peppermint mixed with water to prevent ants and beetles.
- Spray diluted Peppermint on your clothing to deter Mosquitoes!
- Use Peppermint diluted on the skin to reduce itching from hives.
- Need to concentrate? Inhale Peppermint oil from your palms or use a diffuser! Great for classrooms!
- Pain from arthritis? Use a drop of Peppermint on those aching joints.
- Keep Peppermint oil in the car on your commute to stay alert. Add a drop to a napkin, and place in the a/c vent.
- Use Peppermint Oil on your scalp to help regulate the PH to combat both dry scalp and oily hair,
- Snoring problems?? Put a drop of peppermint in an 8 oz. glass of water every night drink a couple of sips just before bed time.
- For Ants put a few drops of peppermint oil around the area where they are coming in. Apparently ants really dislike peppermint oil because they abruptly stop coming in and don’t return.
- Helps with inflammation and pain from carpel tunnel.
- Teachers, diffuse in classroom during tests to help students attention span and concentration.
- Mix Peppermint and Lavender to deter mosquitoes from babies and small children
- Sore muscles rub some peppermint oil where your muscles hurt
- Use in a compress for hemorrhoids.
- A drop of peppermint oil on the jawline used after tooth extraction helps with pain and swelling.
- Massage 2-3 drops onto the chest or drop into a humidifier to clear sinus and lung congestion and support normal breathing
- Massage several drops on your abdomen, place a drop on the tip of the tongue or wrists, or inhale to soothe motion sickness or general nausea
- Research shows that inhaling peppermint essential oil helps trigger a sense of fullness. Inhale 5-10 times a day to curb appetite
- Rub a drop or two of peppermint into legs for restless leg syndrome.
- Peppermint oil can help reduce fungal infections
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