5 Ways You Can (And Should) Use Peppermint Oil in Your Beauty Routine

aug 24, 2016

If there's one little product you absolutely need in your makeup bag, it's peppermint oil.

We guarantee you're wondering why as you read that statement. Well, keep on scrolling to discover five glorious ways in which this essential oil can improve your beauty routine.

1. Plumps Lips

Give your lips some added pout by following Sierra Furtado's tip and mixing a little bit of peppermint oil into some lip gloss. Muah!????

2. Brightens Skin

A healthy glow is always your best accessory. If you need a little help achieving that, peppermint oil is once again here to save the day.

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3. Moisturizes

Add a few drops to any moisturizer, rub it all up on your face and keep the oily skin at bay. Plus, without the oil clogging your pores, acne will cease to appear.

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4. Prevents Dandruff

Not only is it a great moisturizer for your face, it also works in the same way on your scalp. You can say goodbye to pesky dandruff from here on out.

Girl looking at the dandruff on her scalp

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5. Helps Hair Grow

Peppermint oil stimulates the hair follicles, so you'll be growing those long, luscious locks you've always dreamed of having in no time.

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Sierra's lip-plumping hack is for sure a game changer, but it's not the only trick she's got rolled up her sleeve. If you're a lazy girl like us, you'll truly appreciate THIS makeup removal tip from the beauty guru.