{"title":"Peppermint","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRestore and Soothe With Peppermint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Snap the leaves for fresh mint.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ewg.org\/skindeep\/\"\u003eEWG Rating\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/files\/score-image-4.png?v=1614780645\" alt=\"Peppermint used in Beauty Products.\" style=\"float: left;\" width=\"85\" height=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: {Mentha piperita} \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e{M. Balsamea Wild, peppermint}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have long used \u003ca title=\"peppermint essential oil uses\" href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/essential-oils-and-aromatherapy\"\u003epeppermint\u003c\/a\u003e tea for its restorative and therapeutic benefits. And further enjoyed in cookies, cake, and candy around the holidays, but did you know it is also excellent for skin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same anti-stress and anti-inflammatory properties that make it great for the inside of the body make it the perfect addition to any lotion, cream, or makeup product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint oil can boost its skin benefits when added to another product, making it more effective, while simultaneously providing profound benefits for the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplying peppermint oil to the skin delivers vital nutrients and antioxidants, but it can also help open up the respiratory system. If you have a cold, peppermint can brighten dull skin and help break up the infection. Just a dab on your cheeks will \u003ca title=\"restore the appearance of a healthy glow\" href=\"\/en-de\/products\/skin-polish-instant-glow-microdermabrasion\"\u003erestore the appearance of a healthy glow\u003c\/a\u003e and counteract the congestion in your respiratory system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint is also a natural antiseptic and antiviral. This means that it is ideal for fighting both acne and irritation in the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome anti-acne products will help eliminate the pimples and increase the redness and irritation in the skin, as they often contain caustic chemicals designed to strip the oil away from your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint works at the acne source, the bacteria, to clean the skin without stripping away the protective oils that keep the skin healthy and clear. Similarly, applying peppermint to the face can relax the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeppermint Contains Menthol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe menthol in peppermint helps skin retain its natural moisture. This allows the face's surface not to become greasy-looking throughout the day. In addition, it helps to maintain an even and matte texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, it helps keep pores clear. Finally, it provides nutrients that the face desperately needs to remain healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint is often added to lipsticks and glosses to give a plumping effect to lips. Peppermint can plump the appearance of lips by increasing blood flow to the application area. However, when it is applied to the skin, most women experience a tingling sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brings more blood to the area making your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nituralorganicskincare.com\/products\/organic-fresh-mint-lip-balm\" title=\"Skin Perfection Lip Balm\"\u003elip balm\u003c\/a\u003e more effective for plumping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lips, it gives them a \u003ca title=\"fuller, plumper look for lips\" href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/lip-lines\"\u003efuller, plumper look\u003c\/a\u003e. On the rest of the face, this effect gives skin the appearance of a healthy glow without irritation or aggressive products. In addition, when added to makeup, it can improve the skin's appearance underneath the makeup, making it even more effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"WSU Human Development Skincare Specialist\" href=\"\/en-de\/about\"\u003eKari Thomas\u003c\/a\u003e wrote this article.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-skin-care-kits-lip-balm","title":"Organic Skin Care Kits - Lip Balm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Skin Care Kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #99cc99;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #33cccc;\"\u003e5 Lip Balms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; color: #99cc00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertified Organic Minty Goodness!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep your lips silky smooth and hydrated with our Organic Skin Care Lip Balm. 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