Beauty should be careful when using cosmetics containing peppermint

Not only loved by the cool aroma, peppermint is also popular by its ability to reduce muscle pain, reduce itching, antibacterial, and treat acne well. But peppermint is also a powerful active ingredient that can irritate sensitive skin, we should not overdo it.

To avoid allergies and unwanted irritation, keep in mind the following things when using cosmetics containing mint!

1. Dilution

If using peppermint essential oil, dilute it before use.

If you use peppermint essential oil, you should remember to avoid concentrating essential oils in direct contact with the skin. Always dilute with base oil such as coconut oil, jojoba oil before use. A formula to help cool the summer skin that you can refer to is mixing a few drops of peppermint essential oil with aloe vera gel, storing the refrigerator to apply after every sun bath. This method helps the skin to be soothed, avoiding redness and peeling of each patch.

Even with cosmetics that contain only a few mint ingredients, you can also dilute even more if your skin is sensitive. For example, with shower gel, you dilute it with water at a ratio of 1: 1, even 1: 3 for use on sunburned or irritated skin. With an exfoliating mixture, you can mix it with the available sugar in your home, or mix it with shower gel, while making the product even softer and more 'cost-effective'.

2. Avoid using on sensitive skin

If you put the shower gel in your eyes, immediately wash it with plenty of cool water.

If you put the shower gel, the soap contains mint in your eyes, immediately you need to rinse several times with cool water. In addition, if you use peppermint essential oil to steam the pores, you should close your eyes, avoiding the evaporation of peppermint oil.

Another body area is also vulnerable because the mint ingredient is the bikini area. Peppermint-containing shower gel can make the skin feel cool, refreshing, but the sensitive triangle area will be itchy if the mint concentration in the product is too high. If you use shower gel or mint exfoliating salts to clean the area of ​​your back, take care not to let the product flow into contact with the private area. You can wear nylon panties (disposable type) to protect the bikini area more thoroughly when bathing with mint-containing products.

3. The pregnant woman should be careful

Peppermint has the ability to stimulate nerves and blood circulation, helping us to be more alert and excited. But therefore, high concentrations of peppermint may affect the blood pressure of pregnant women. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using peppermint cosmetics, and use as low as possible.

4. Try before using

Step-by-step test with any type of shower gel, essential oil or cream that contains this ingredient.

The best way to ensure summer is not "fun" because mint is a step-by-step test of any shower gel, essential oil or cream that contains this ingredient. Apply a small amount on the wrist skin, feel if the skin is irritated. Gradually, you can increase your dose, follow up for a few days, if your skin does not become red, itchy, you can safely enjoy your favorite peppermint.