March 18, 2014
Here at GLOW we are joyfully anticipating the sites and sounds of summer - a time filled with festivals, picnics, bike rides, and more! But, with the onset of the warmer weather, little creatures begin to stir. Instead of racing to the shop to buy an assortment of chemicals to stop spiders, mice, and other critters from invading your home-sweet-home give peppermint a try!
Did you know that peppermint essential oil can help ward off pests like spiders? While spiders have their place in this world and are a natural control of other bug populations, for arachnophobes they can be an eight-legged nightmare. Try sprinkling a few drops of peppermint essential oil on cotton balls and stick them in doorways, cracks and crevices, and anywhere else you may have seen these crawlers. You can also mix a few drops of essential oil with water in a spray bottle, give it a shake, and spritz in problem zones. Not only will it help keep unwanted critters at bay, it will leave your home smelling absolutely delightful! Make sure you use only 100% peppermint oil as some oils will contain sweeteners that will attract the creatures you are looking to keep away.
Peppermint oils also has other wonderful benefits. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness! You can try out peppermint's amazing abilities at home by mixing a few drops of peppermint oil with a tsp of your favourite base oil, like almond or olive oil, and mix well. Apply a few drops of this blend on your temples, and back of your neck and shoulders to keep you mentally sharp throughout the day.
Remember to avoid contact with your eyes and wash your hands very well after working with peppermint oil. You can also try out this wonderful oil in GLOW's Study-Aid Balm, and Lucky Lip Balm today!
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