The Ripple Effect

Happy New Year Everyone!

It's 2026 🤯

I know this account has basically been abandoned, but I just wanted to send out a post to wish everyone, especially my clients a Happy New Year and give a massive Thank You for trusting me as your Massage therapist and Reflexologist.

It's been up and down, moving rooms with the rental costs sky rocketing and the world going mad, or just me? 🤔😅 - Let's see how 2026 treats us.

My plan and hopes for 2026 is finding that balance, stability and getting back to the root of why I started this journey, to help people. ☯️

I wish you all good things for 2026 but mostly Good Health and Happiness. ✨

Thank you to my lovely clients for sticking with me throughout all the change of the last couple of years. It hasn't been easy but we always find a way. I am very grateful for your support and trust. I love seeing you all make that choice to invest in your health, gifting yourself the time to relax, recharge and rejuvenate with some self-care.

I wish you all a Merry Christmas, a relaxing holiday season and a very Happy New Year. See you all in 2023. 💚 🥳

Peppermint
Mentha piperita

Peppermint essential oil has a sharp, fresh, minty, herbaceous aroma.

There are different types of Peppermint. They can be distinguished via their menthol content. Peppermint from the UK generally contains 60-70% menthol whereas Chinese or Japanese Peppermint (Cornmint) contains approx 85% and Peppermint from the USA contains approx 50% menthol.

Peppermint essential oil derived from Mentha piperita is considered to be superior to that of Mentha arvensis.

Contraindications: Do not use while pregnant. Do not use peppermint on babies and young children. Only use small amounts in blends for the skin and when using in the bath as it can irritate. Peppermint is a strong stimulant. Also, it is advised to avoid this oil if you are taking homeopathic remedies.

Peppermint soothes the stomach and aids digestion. It is very beneficial for all types of digestive problems including nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, constipation, flatulence, indigestion, colic, muscle spasms/cramps and IBS.

Its pain-relieving properties are good for soothing muscular aches, pains and strains. It can help with asthma, toothaches, sore throat, sinusitis, dermatitis, eczema, period pain, irregular or lack of periods. Peppermint is useful for low blood pressure, poor circulations and varicose veins.

It can also be beneficial for headaches and migraines (particularly when combined with Lavender). Its high menthol content makes it a useful expectorant for respiratory conditions such as colds, flus, catarrh, coughs and bronchitis.

Peppermint essential oil has a soothing, cooling effect on the skin. It can help to reduce redness and inflammation and calm irritation and itchiness. It is good to use in a facial steam to deeply cleanse and decongest the skin, particularly where acne is present. (Very small quantities!)

Peppermint is excellent for tired feet, so it is lovely when added into a good quality foot cream. This can help keep the digestive system regular, ease cramps, pains, stress and fatigue. It has a refreshing and stimulating effect on the mind, gives mental clarity and helps keep the skin feeling fresh. Great for

I used to only think of Peppermint as the oil mostly good for digestion, muscular aches and pains, but its emotional uses are just as great. Peppermint helps to stimulate the mind and improve concentration, giving mental clarity, mental agility and focus. It is also beneficial for treating mental/physical fatigue, depression, shock, stress and feelings of negativity and insecurity.

Interestingly insects and vermin dislike peppermint oil. So it may be useful to burn this oil in an oil burner/diffuser or add it into a room spray at this time of year.

Blends well with: Benzoin, Camomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Tea Tree.

Do not apply essential oils undiluted to the skin. Never take essential oils internally. Always be aware of contraindications before use. Message me for advice before using essential oils with children, if you are pregnant, or suffer from epilepsy, diabetes, or high/low blood pressure.