Oily Scalp

• Although peppermint oil has a cooling, tingling effect when massaged onto the scalp, rest assured the oil is hard at work balancing the PH levels of your scalp to help put a stop to oily hair. Peppermint oil is actually an astringent which normalizes your scalp's oil production. An oily scalp produces excess oil which is then distributed throughout the hair; that creates greasy, oiled hair. Peppermint oil eliminates this problem and makes the appearance of greasy, flat hair a thing of the past.
  
  

Dry Scalp

• Because of its PH balancing qualities, peppermint oil can also be used to treat the opposite problem: dry scalp and dandruff. And since the oil will be neutralizing the dryness on the scalp itself, it will take away any itching sensation associated with this social nightmare.
  
  

Moisturize

• Peppermint oil is routinely paired with carrier oils such as almond, castor or olive oil. You will also find peppermint oil paired with other essential oils such as lavender, jasmine or wheat germ oil. Regardless of its companion, peppermint oil is frequently used as a moisturizer for the hair shaft. All you have to do is distribute a generous amount evenly throughout your hair. Wrap hair up in a shower cap or thin towel. Place a heated towel on top. Let the heat from the outer towel penetrate through your hair for twenty to thirty minutes. You may then reap the benefits of moisture rich hair.
  
  

Hair Growth

• The tingling sensation mentioned above not only evens the playing field of the PH balance of your scalp, but it also stimulates your hair follicles and promotes hair growth.
  
  

Smell

• Peppermint oil has a fantastic, cool smell that will leave your scalp and hair feeling fresh and clean throughout the day.
  
  

Considerations

• You should always dilute peppermint oil before you apply it to your scalp because it is typically quite potent when procured as the essential oil and not an additive in a hair care product. As a rule of thumb, you will want about four drops of peppermint oil to every cup of water. Additionally, you should discuss your choice of essential oils with your physician before use; he would know what is safe and recommended for your specific health needs.