Jennifer Lane - Certified Aromatherapist on
Did you know that lavender and peppermint essential oils have some great benefits for your wellness? Lavender oil can help promote relaxation and peace, while peppermint oil can help improve energy levels and focus. So why not try them together? Here are some ways to use these oils to get the most out of their benefits when combined.
Lavender and peppermint oil make a fabulous duo! This synergistic essential oil combination has so many awesome uses for all natural health and wellness.
Lavender and peppermint are two MUST HAVE oils in my home because they are both so versatile. I am never without them and I highly recommend them for every home.
They are both affordable essential oils and beneficial first aid essential oils.
Can You Mix Peppermint and Lavender Essential Oils?
There's nothing like the invigorating scent of peppermint essential oil to help you wake up in the morning. And there's nothing like the relaxing scent of lavender essential oil to help you unwind at night. But can you mix these two scents together? Turns out, you can - and the results are amazing! Keep reading to learn more about how to mix these two oils and what benefits they offer.
Lavender Essential Oil Benefits
Lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia) is the queen of supportive oils. It is so nourishing to the skin and soothing to the nervous system. Here are some highlights of what lavender is good for:
- Soothes inflammation and pain
- Assists with cuts, burns, and bites
- Balances emotions
- Offers reassurance and strength
- Helps to clear infections
- Read More: Lavender Essential Oil Types
Peppermint Essential Oil Benefits
Peppermint essential oil (Mentha piperita) is a fresh and penetrating oil, its minty aroma really brightens the day. Here are some highlights of what peppermint is good for:
- Helps clear congestion
- Supports digestive system
- Encourages circulation
- Soothes sore muscles and joints
- Promotes natural energy
- Read More: All About Diffusing Peppermint Oil
Lavender and Peppermint Oil Uses and Recipes
Here are 10 powerful ways I like to use this combo in my home.
1. Natural Air Freshener
Try this blend in an essential oil diffuser to freshen the air in your home. I use equal parts, usually 4 drops of lavender and 4 drops of peppermint in my ultrasonic diffuser and let run for about 1 hour to naturally freshen and brighten the atmosphere.
2. Sunburn Relief
I like to use aloe vera gel when I have a sun burn with 1 drop each of lavender and peppermint essential oil. I rub it onto affected areas for cooling relief and healing properties. I keep my aloe vera gel in the refrigerator so it is cool when applied.
3. Insect Bite Soother
I love roller bottles for bug bites, they are easy to grab and roll on when the bite is discovered or gets really itchy. Add 5 drops Lavender and 5 drops Peppermint into 10 ml Roller bottle and fill rest of bottle with jojoba oil (or favorite carrier oil). Roll directly on the bite and around the area. 5% dilution. Here is an alternative Essential Oil Blend for Bug Bites.
4. Refreshing Foot Bath
Blend 1 teaspoon of jojoba oil with 2 drops of lavender oil and 2 drops of peppermint. Add in 1/4 cup Epsom salt and mix together. Place salt blend into foot basin and add 8-10 cups hot water that you can comfortably place your feet into. Soak feet for 15 minutes. I like to follow up with moisturizer to feet and comfy socks.
5. Headache Assist Roll On
Headaches can be debilitating, and they seem to happen at the worst times. If you're looking for a way to help relieve your headache naturally, try using peppermint and lavender essential oil.
Both oils have been shown to be effective in helping to reduce headache symptoms. diffusing the oils in your home might be the best way to reap their benefits, but you can also apply them topically to your temples or neck. Give one of these oils a try the next time you have a headache!
In a roller bottle I like to use this combo to apply to my temples, forehead, behind ears, and back of neck. Read more about using essential oils for headaches.
Headache Support Roller Blend |
Use this supportive roller recipe when you need to soothe a headache. I will usually add in frankincense oil as well, here is the roll on recipe I use.
Directions: Add oils into 10 ml Roller bottle and fill rest of bottle with jojoba oil (or favorite carrier oil). 5% dilution. |
6. Digestive Support
If you're like most people, you probably don't think about your digestion until something goes wrong. But did you know that there are some simple ways to support your digestive health using natural ingredients?
Peppermint and lavender essential oils are two of my favorites for boosting digestion.Both oils can assist the digestive system you can use a massage oil of these to. For an even more powerful digestive blend, add in cardamom essential oil.
7. Mood Support
Diffuser necklaces are a convenient way to enjoy aromatherapy on the go. Since terracotta pendants only take 1 drop of oil, if I want to use a blend on it, I make the blend in a sample vial.
I add equal drops of lavender and peppermint in the vial, swirl to mix them together, and then dispense one drop on the pendant. Be sure to label the vial. Inhale the aroma of this bright synergistic blend throughout the day.
8. Pain Relief
In a roller bottle I like to use 5 drops Lavender and 5 drops Peppermint into 10 ml Roller bottle and fill rest of bottle with jojoba oil (or favorite carrier oil). Roll directly on the bite and around the area. 5% dilution.
9. Clear Breathing
Make an aromatherapy inhaler to support and help open up breathing. Add 6 drops Lavender and 6 drops of Peppermint to cotton wick and place into essential oil inhaler. To use, deeply inhale the aroma.
10. Allergy and Sinus Support
A favorite trio of essential oils for allergies is lavender, peppermint, and lemon. You can use just the duo or add in lemon oil for a trio. Place 5 drops each of the trio oils on an aromatherapy inhaler and inhale as needed. Read more about essential oil inhalers.
Peppermint and Lavender Essential Oil Recipes
Lavender and Peppermint essential oil recipes can be used for a variety of purposes, including aromatherapy, relaxation, and massage. Here are a few recipes you can try:
Lavender Peppermint Shower Blend |
This essential oil combination is perfect for promoting relaxation and relieving stress. Plus, thislavender peppermint shower blend is a great way to add a little extra aromatherapy to your everyday routine.
Directions: Place the drops of essential oils onto shower (away from direct water flow) right before getting in to bath. The steam from your warm shower will carry the aromatic scent all around you! |
Lavender and Peppermint Pain Relief Rub Blend: |
Are you looking for a natural way to relieve pain? Essential oils may be just what you need. Peppermint oil and lavender oil are both known for their pain-relieving properties.
Directions: Blend the oils together and use as a pain relief rub. To use, apply to your neck and shoulder to ease stress, tension and pain. Apply the rub to the area you are having pain. |
Peppermint and Lavender Essential Oil Uses
Some potential applications of lavender oil include:
- Aromatherapy: Lavender oil has a soothing, calming scent that can be used to promote relaxation and stress relief.
- Soothing bath: Adding a few drops of lavender oil to a bath can help to relax the body and mind.
- Reduce anxiety: Lavender oil has been shown to be effective in reducing anxiety.
- Relieve pain: Applied topically, lavender oil can help to relieve pain from various conditions.
Some potential applications of peppermint oil include:
- Aromatherapy: Peppermint oil has a refreshing, cooling scent that can be used to stimulate the senses and promote alertness.
- Relieve pain: Applied topically, peppermint oil can help to relieve pain from various conditions.
- Ease digestive issues: Peppermint oil has been shown to be effective in relieving digestive issues such as nausea, indigestion, and constipation.
- Reduce inflammation: Peppermint oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation in the body.
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