Add 4 drops of peppermint essential oil into a bottle of lip gloss and mix to combine. Apply it to your lips and as it absorbs the menthol creates a tingling sensation that increases blood flow and temporarily plumps the lips. Peppermint is a great option to consider when dealing with respiratory illness as well. It’s antibacterial and antiviral [ source] and also happens to be an effective natural decongestant. The menthol found in peppermint can help promote the feeling of clearer breathing, and it’s even considered beneficial when dealing with coughs. Coconut oil provides natural moisture to your skin. It also helps lubricate the scrub so it’s more effective at deep exfoliation. Exfoliation: Take a handful of the homemade peppermint foot scrub and gently massage it onto your feet and lower legs. Focus on areas prone to dryness or roughness. Rinse off with warm water and pat your feet dry. Antifungal Properties: Peppermint exhibits antifungal properties, making it beneficial for combating common foot conditions like athlete’s foot.

Due to their concentration, Essential oils should never be applied straight to the skin, but instead added to a carrier oil as we are doing here. Give everything a thorough mix, and spoon into pretty little jars. Then decorate with a pretty gift tag and ribbon. Massage: Following exfoliation, a soothing massage using peppermint-infused oil or lotion is performed. This kneading and rubbing motion helps to improve blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, and promote deep relaxation. The cooling sensation of peppermint enhances the overall experience, leaving your feet feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Third, they make your skin feel fantastic! I won’t go too far into the adjectives here because I can’t do justice to the smooth, soft, baby skin that you have hidden just beneath that outer layer. Just try it and you will see. Great Gift IdeaFor us, here in the UK, we are almost at the end of the school year. Consequently, I have a to-do list as long as my arm, and included on that list is teacher appreciation gifts. A moisturizing ingredient- This can be coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil or any other moisturizing oil you prefer.

You can use any oil you have on hand to help moisturize, but I do recommend grapeseed oil. It’s a very moisturizing oil for the drier skin of the feet and it’s mildly astringent to help increase circulation. It also had a lovely green colour to match the mint vibes!

Now that you have everything prepared, it’s time to indulge in your DIY peppermint pedicure. Follow these steps: