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Yes. Peppermint, although it has a pleasant aroma and taste to humans, is naturally disliked by many insects, including mosquitoes, fleas, ants and flies.
Some suggestions for using it as an insect repellent include strategic placement of cotton balls soaked in peppermint oil, topical application on the body, or the use of various concoctions containing peppermint oil that can be sprayed over a broader area.
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Does peppermint oil get rid of spiders?
Yes
Which works better for mice peppermint extract or oil?
It appears that peppermint oil, not peppermint extract, works better to get rid of mice. This is because the extract contains more alcohol than peppermint oil, so it will not be as strong as the oil itself.
Who has peppermint oil?
GNC probably carries peppermint oil.
Which essential oil is used to get rid of a migraine?
Peppermint oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils to treat headaches and migraine attacks. Check out
Does Walmart sell peppermint oil?
Walmart sells peppermint oil for baking, peppermint oil softgels, and peppermint extract. See the related links for the product listings on Walmart.com.
How much peppermint oil should you put in the bath?
Peppermint is not recommended as a bath oil. The peppermint essential oil can cause stinging, or dermatitis. When peppermint essential oil is included in mixtures intended for topical use it is drastically diluted with an inert carrier oil.
What is the chemical formula for peppermint?
The chemical formula for peppermint is exactly C10H20O1
Is peppermint oil poisonous to dogs?
Yes. Spearmint and peppermint are not.
What do you do if you get peppermint oil on skin?
Actually peppermint oil won't hurt the skin(unless you have very sensitive skin), people use peppermint oil in spas so you should be okay if a little peppermint oil gets on your skin or you could simply wash it off.
Can you use a reed diffuser with peppermint oil to repel pests?
Peppermint has a strong smell that many pests find irritating. The oil from this plant can be used to deter both insect and animal pests from the home. Many people enjoy the scent and have used peppermint oil to not only keep nuisances such as mice, roaches, flies and fleas out of their home, they have eradicated infestations for good. Peppermint oil is safe to use in homes with children and pets. It is easy to find in grocery stores, in the baking aisle near other flavorings.
Is peppermint oil and peppermint extract the same?
Yes you can its 1/4 a tsp of oil for 1 tsp of extract
Is there a difference in Peppermint essential oil and just peppermint oil?
Yes, the potency would be number one difference. The type of peppermint is another difference. The way it was cultivated and distilled is another difference. Visit my site www.youngliving.org/raqad for more details.
