This Essential Oil Repels Insects, Kills Insects, & Kills Insect Eggs
Safety first
Familiarize yourself with aromatherapy and do a skin patch test before using any essential oil. Learn what you need to know with the ultimate Aromatherapy for Beginners Guide at:
As always, consult a trusted healthcare practitioner before trying any essential oils.
See below for contraindications and age requirements before trying this blend.
Remember, children are given lower amounts - see dilution chart mentioned below and always mind age requirements of all oils.
The Essential Oil
Note: Ideally we can avoid killing the insects or eggs and only repel them, but sometimes harmful invaders must be dealt with.
Peppermint (M.x spicata)
See base recipes for blending below
Recommended Dosage & Length of Usage
Can be used occasionally before bed. Not to be used nightly. If needed for a week or so during PMS or menstruation, that’s fine, but otherwise, it should only be used occasionally. See all cautions and contraindications below before using.
Why It Works (Actions of Peppermint that apply in this situation):
Insect Repellant - Essential oil that repels and discourages insects from approaching
Larvicidal - Essential oil that can kill insect larvae
Insecticide - Essential oil that is used to destroy insects
Methods of use:
All methods of use as mentioned in the base recipes guide @ Magic Mamas’ Collective which can be found here: magicmamascollective.com/aromatherapy-apothecary/from-salves-to-sprays-the-ultimate-compilation-of-base-recipes-in-aromatherapy
See the dilution ratios for adults & children here: magicmamascollective.com/aromatherapy-apothecary/essential-oil-dilution-chart
Cautions & Contraindications
A note about toxicity: toxic constituent refers to the constituent that can become a toxin in your body if used longer than the recommended time or used more than the recommended dosage.
Peppermint - Toxic constituents are menthol, menthone, piperitone, and thymol. According to Tisserand, it is necessary to avoid using the oil in the first three months of pregnancy or while nursing. avoid use with children younger than two years as it can cause a frightening cold then hot sensation if the dilution is not low enough. Avoid with homeopathics. Topically for adults, use for a limited time only (i.e., no more than three consecutive weeks) and keep at a 2% or less dilution. Do not use it directly on damaged or sensitive skin without a skin patch test. Do not get it in your eyes. If you do wipe your eye by mistake after handling peppermint M. ×piperita, flush copiously with cold water or milk. It will not cause permanent damage.
DO NOT USE ON PETS OR PET BEDS OR PET CLOTHING!!!
Age Requirements
Peppermint: 6+
