John Myers
Peppermint Oil
The perfect peppermint oil recipe with a picture and simple step-by-step instructions.
- 1 Handful Fresh peppermint leaves
- 100 ml High quality olive oil
- 1 Airtight vessel
- 1 Dark, airtight bottle
- Just knock off the mint leaves and chop finely. Pour into the airtight container and pour the oil over it. If the 100 ml is not enough, pour in so much more until the leaves are really completely covered. They must always be completely submerged, otherwise there is a risk of mold.
- Close the container tightly. If you have the option of keeping it in a very warm place, 10 days are enough for development. At normal room temperature it should be at least 20 days. During this time, shake the glass vigorously once a day.
- Then the oil is strained, poured into the dark, sealable bottle and kept as cool as possible.
Annotation:
- Since this oil is not produced by steam distillation, it cannot be compared with an industrial, essential oil. The concentration of active ingredients is significantly lower, but is sufficient for “perfuming food” and for minor “aches and pains” such as tension, headaches (lightly rubbing temples), for inhaling colds and for massaging.
- The above quantity refers to 100 ml of finished oil.
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