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If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, you certainly know how difficult it is to find relief. Fortunately, there is a simple natural recipe that can help reduce pain and tension in muscles and joints. This homemade peppermint oil uses the effects of mint, castor oil and olive oil, which together provide relief and support regeneration.
Ingredients for preparing homemade peppermint oil:
- 1 cup fresh peppermint (or dried, if you don’t have fresh)
- 100 ml castor oil (excellent for reducing pain and inflammation)
- 100 ml olive oil or St. John’s wort oil (olive oil has emollient effects, St. John’s wort oil helps with regeneration and relieves pain)
Method for preparing the peppermint oil:
1. Preparation of the mint:
If you are using fresh mint, wash it thoroughly and dry it. If you have dried mint, you can use it straight away. Gently crush the mint with your hands or in a mortar to release its essential oils, which will have an analgesic effect.
2. Mixing with the oils:
Place the prepared mint into a glass container (for example a jar or preserving jar). Pour over the castor oil and the olive or St. John’s wort oil so that the mint is completely submerged. Mix thoroughly.
3. Maceration:
Close the container and let it macerate in a warm, dark place for 2 to 3 weeks. Gently shake the container every day so that the active substances from the mint are better released into the oil.
4. Straining:
After the maceration period, strain the oil through a fine sieve or cheesecloth and thoroughly squeeze all the liquid out of the mint. Pour the finished oil into a dark glass bottle to protect it from light and make it last longer.
How to use the peppermint oil:
- Apply a small amount of oil to the affected area and gently massage.
- Peppermint oil has a cooling effect that relaxes muscles and relieves pain.
- You can also use it as a relaxing bath oil – add 1–2 tablespoons to warm water.
Why this natural oil works?
- Peppermint contains menthol, which has a cooling effect and acts as a natural analgesic. It helps reduce pain and improve blood circulation in the skin.
- Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid, which has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, making it ideal for relieving pain from arthritis or muscle cramps.
- Olive oil or St. John’s wort oil have nourishing and anti-inflammatory effects that support the regeneration of muscle fibers and tissues. St. John’s wort oil is also known for its ability to speed up healing.
Why try this oil?
If you are looking for a natural way to get rid of joint, muscle and back pain, this homemade peppermint oil is an ideal choice. Natural ingredients like mint, castor and olive oil offer strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects that help relieve pain and support regeneration. This oil is simple to prepare and can be a great aid for everyday use.
