Yes... It's Christmas! My time of year! This is the time of year that Peppermint gets the spotlight. 🔦 But did you know that Peppermint is deserving of attention year-round? Let me tell you a little about our beloved Peppermint: 🍬 🌿 Peppermint Essential Oil — What It’s Good For Physical support - Headache & tension relief — Cooling sensation helps ease pressure and tight muscles - Digestive discomfort — Supports relief from nausea, bloating, gas, and cramps - Respiratory support — Opens airways and promotes easier breathing - Muscle & joint soreness — Soothing and cooling for aches and fatigue - Sinus congestion — Clears stuffiness and promotes airflow - Nausea & motion sickness — Calming to the stomach when inhaled - Energy & fatigue — Stimulating without being jittery - Cooling fevers & overheating — Provides a refreshing cooling effect - Itching & minor skin irritation — Soothes when properly diluted - Oral health support — Freshens breath and supports gum comfort Mental & emotional support - Mental clarity & focus — Sharpens attention and alertness - Stress-related tension — Relieves the “tight and wired” feeling - Mood uplift — Refreshing and invigorating when feeling sluggish - Grounding during overwhelm — Helps bring the mind back to the present Environmental & practical uses - Natural deodorizer — Freshens rooms and fabrics - Seasonal support — Especially helpful during winter congestion - Insect deterrent — Naturally repels ants and spider 🌱 Very Short Origin Note Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) is a natural hybrid of spearmint and watermint, first cultivated in Europe and now grown worldwide. The essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowering tops. 🎄 Christmas Season Recipe Peppermint Cocoa Comfort Diffuser Blend A cozy, festive blend that feels like a deep breath on a cold winter night. - 3 drops Peppermint - 2 drops Sweet Orange - 1 drop Vanilla oleoresin (or substitute Benzoin if needed)