The product is found useful for the following medical conditions

Constipation details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.6
10
Goodbye constipation
Most Useful Review
This is quite peculiar, folks. I have endured colic for years, and my doctor recommended that I take 3 drops with a glass of water before bed on an empty stomach. Since then, I bid farewell to constipation and gas, for good.
Updated: Apr 2025

Ear Infection details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
9
Effective for headaches
Most Useful Review
50 people found this helpful
I strongly recommend it as it effectively alleviates headaches. Personally, I find relief by applying it on specific points around the ears and neck. The aroma is pleasant and the product quality is excellent. It has a natural soothing effect that certainly helps with my headaches and ear infections.
Updated: Mar 2025

Nausea details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 10 Reviews
8.6
9
Life-saving for nausea
Most Useful Review
50 people found this helpful
Happy and headache-free! I use many essential oils and find NOW Foods to be excellent quality at reasonable prices. Their peppermint oil is life-saving for nausea in my diffuser and works wonders for tension and sinus headaches.
Updated: Mar 2026

Anxiety details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 7 Reviews
8.5
9
Reduces anxiety
Most Useful Review
21 people found this helpful
The scent of peppermint oil soothes and alleviates stress, with a calming effect that helps to ease feelings of anxiety. I truly adore it and wholeheartedly recommend it!
Updated: Mar 2026

Cold Sores details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.5
9
Instant relief
Most Useful Review
8 people found this helpful
I suffered from migraine pain and used peppermint oil; it alleviated my pain by 99 per cent and helped with sinus issues. The cooling effect is soothing—a true blessing for cold sores.
Updated: Apr 2025

Heart Disease details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
9
Migraine relief noted
Most Useful Review
I appreciate this organic, cold-pressed product, which I use daily for my hair and skincare routine. It significantly alleviates migraines as well. I believe it has a positive effect on treating heart disease too and will certainly repurchase.
Updated: Mar 2025

Irritable Bowel Syndrome details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
9
Nausea relief
Most Useful Review
Peppermint oil effectively reduces the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, including abdominal pain from digestive issues. It may also help alleviate nausea.
Updated: Apr 2025

Swollen Lymph Nodes details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.5
9
Swelling relief noted
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Great quality! I use it for colds with my family. The oil effectively clears a stuffy nose; I apply it gently on the bridge of my nose and rub it on my chest and back before bed. It warms up wonderfully and helps me significantly with swollen tonsils. As soon as I notice swelling and sore throat, I apply it on my neck, and the pain and swelling usually subside by morning.
Updated: Apr 2025

Asthma details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.4
9
Cool relief
Most Useful Review
I absolutely love the scent of this high-quality essential oil. It provides natural relief for my allergies and asthma, quickly soothing my sinuses with just a few inhales. It has a refreshing cooling sensation when applied to my chest, although some might need to mix it with coconut oil.
Updated: Mar 2026

Common Cold details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.4
8
Relieves stuffy nose
Most Useful Review
Strong and effective! I use peppermint for my hair, facial blemishes, and to clear my stuffy nose: I dilute a small amount on cotton and apply it in my nostrils, or I rub a diluted version around them. It's very potent and works excellently!
Updated: Mar 2026

Psoriasis details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.4
9
Very helpful product
Most Useful Review
This product is very effective for psoriasis; I utilised it for my niece and found it to be extremely beneficial and genuine.
Updated: Apr 2025

Sleep Apnea details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.4
9
Improved sleep quality
Most Useful Review
2 people found this helpful
The Best! I’ve used this for a long time, especially after a night shift—just five drops in my humidifier help me sleep like a baby. This peppermint essential oil from NOW never disappoints!
Updated: Mar 2026

Whooping Cough details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.4
9
Cough relief
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Magnificence! It's excellent for colds and coughs. When my children have a particularly bad cough or a runny nose, I apply just one drop on their chest, and the cough subsides—especially at bedtime. The scent is quite strong and warming.
Updated: Apr 2025

Arthritis details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.3
10
Effective for knee pain
Most Useful Review
I use it to massage my knee affected by arthritis, and it is very effective.
Updated: Apr 2025

Blood Clot details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
7.5
Improved circulation
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
As described, it is beautiful for the scalp and promotes blood circulation.
Updated: Mar 2026

Chest Pain details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 16 Reviews
8.3
9
Headache relief
Most Useful Review
8 people found this helpful
For migraine relief, I used this oil and it reduced my pain by 99 per cent. I also appreciate its cold application on the head, as it benefits my sinuses significantly.
Updated: Apr 2025

Depression details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.3
9
Relaxes depression
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Excellent! The scent of refreshing drowsiness relieves my depression and makes me noticeably relaxed.
Updated: Mar 2026

Eczema details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.3
9
Effective for itching
Most Useful Review
After adding the moisturiser, the anti-itching effect on my eczema is excellent, making me forget the greasy feeling typically associated with moisturisers.
Updated: Mar 2026

Leg Cramps details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 7 Reviews
8.3
9
Handy peppermint mix
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Perfect solution for me! I love Now Peppermint EO. We use this whenever a sore throat or congestion strikes. This year, the pollen was very high, so NEO Peppermint proved useful. I also mix it with lemon, clove, and cinnamon leaf for severe leg cramps, and it works wonderfully for me!
Updated: Apr 2025

Liver Disease details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
7.5
Eases digestive discomfort
Most Useful Review
This product is great for individuals suffering from burping, hiccups, and the accumulation of air in the digestive tract. It helps relax the muscles and alleviates these symptoms somewhat. I prefer its spicy taste over standard mint or its capsule form. After trying it, I realised it was most beneficial for me.
Updated: Apr 2025

Pelvic Pain details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 8 Reviews
8.3
9
Strong relief
Most Useful Review
This oil is very concentrated and has a strong smell. I no longer need painkillers for pelvic pain; I apply it to my lower abdomen and navel, and it provides significant relief.
Updated: Apr 2025

Toothache details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
9
Emergency aid
Most Useful Review
This is salvation, an emergency aid for pain relief. I use it for myself and my children when a toothache arises. Even after dental work, I didn’t rely on painkillers; instead, I used peppermint oil and everything was fine!
Updated: Mar 2026

Acne details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.2
9
Clear blackheads effectively
Most Useful Review
Excellent! It conditions dirty and blocked skin, with a cooling sensation that can relieve itching, inflammation, and burns. This product is also very effective in clearing blackheads and acne. I often use it to eliminate unpleasant odours as well as to repel mosquitoes.
Updated: Mar 2026

Bruise details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.2
7.5
Relief from pain
Most Useful Review
Excellent quality and composition, peppermint essential oil possesses analgesic properties that can be used to massage bruises and other painful areas on the body. It effectively alleviates rheumatic pain, tendinitis, neuralgia, arthritis, and muscle pain.
Updated: Apr 2025

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.2
7.5
Nasal improvement
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I have a cat, so I avoid a diffuser, but I apply a little oil on my mask when I step out. It benefits my chronic fatigue syndrome by helping improve my nasal passages.
Updated: Mar 2026

Flu details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 44 Reviews
8.2
9
Relieves headaches
Most Useful Review
5 people found this helpful
The product is superb! With the season of illnesses and flu, three drops of it mixed with a bit of olive oil and massaged on the forehead alleviates headaches. Additionally, using it with steam helps relax the respiratory system as well. I strongly recommend it; it’s a first-class treatment.
Updated: Apr 2025

Frozen Shoulder details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.2
9
Affordable relief
Most Useful Review
Good price and effect! I often buy essential oils in Korea, spending over 30,000 won for 15ML. This peppermint oil is excellent at a lower price. A little on the shoulder gives a soothing effect, as if wearing a warm compress. I will definitely purchase again.
Updated: Mar 2026

Rash details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.2
9
Calms skin rash
Most Useful Review
When I apply it during summer when I have a skin rash along with mosquito bites or itchiness, it soothes quickly.
Updated: Apr 2025

Sinusitis details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.2
7.5
Instant relief
Most Useful Review
26 people found this helpful
The quality of Now Foods essential oils is impressive. It has a natural, wonderful fragrance reminiscent of fresh mint. Inhaling peppermint oil provides instant relief from nasal congestion and can be applied in aroma diffusers for a delightful scent. It alleviates both rhinitis and sinusitis, and during massages, it's beneficial as well—relieving headaches when applied to the forehead and sides of the head. This oil promotes relaxation too.
Updated: Mar 2026

Bacterial Infection details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.1
9
Game-changing experience
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I will never use another product again. As a therapist with over 30 years of experience using various essential oils, this product has transformed my view on peppermint oil. It possesses antiseptic, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties, calming inflammation without reducing body temperature. This oil is invaluable, and the affordable price allows for frequent use. With the rising heat and humidity in Japan, it's perfect for use as a bath oil and as a disinfectant for cutting boards!
Updated: Apr 2025

Headache details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 85 Reviews
8.1
9
Effective headache relief
Most Useful Review
99 people found this helpful
A must for headaches.
Updated: Mar 2026

Indigestion details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 9 Reviews
8.1
We investigated a unique herbal formula known as the NC Gut Relief Formula, which combines various ingredients, including peppermint oil, to help alleviate gastrointestinal issues among adults. Over 16 weeks, 43 participants reported significant improvements—between 60% to 80%—in their GI symptoms, which include indigestion, heartburn, and abdominal pain. Many individuals saw enhance their overall quality of life, reducing their dependency on medications like proton pump inhibitors and allowing them to reintroduce previously troublesome foods into their diets.
9
Instant relief
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Great for indigestion! Just take 10 drops in a glass of water, and indigestion is gone!
Updated: Mar 2026

Insomnia details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 8 Reviews
8.1
9
Cures insomnia naturally
Most Useful Review
A real natural remedy for various physical and mental ailments. It helps to maintain health and alleviate insomnia. A few drops on a tissue placed in the bedroom quickly soothes and enables you to fall asleep effortlessly. I recommend purchasing it.
Updated: Apr 2025

Allergies details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 9 Reviews
8
9
Eases breathing issues
Most Useful Review
4 people found this helpful
As I have allergies throughout the year, I use this in my diffuser every night. It aids in my breathing and prevents me from feeling blocked up upon waking. I also apply it to my temples when I experience a migraine, and it certainly helps alleviate the pain!
Updated: Mar 2026

Bloating details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 8 Reviews
8
7.5
Eases bloating
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Great for IBS. When my girl has a tummy ache from bloating, this oil alleviates the bloating.
Updated: Apr 2025

Bone Pain details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 30 Reviews
8
9.5
Effective for headaches
Most Useful Review
18 people found this helpful
It works for headaches! When I had one, I used to rely on painkillers, but now I drop one or two drops into a body gel and apply it to my temples and neck. I've noticed the headache fade after a while. Please try it!
Updated: Apr 2025

Cough details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 38 Reviews
8
10
Cough symptoms relief
Most Useful Review
3 people found this helpful
Exactly reminiscent of Fx for safety! I used it for my daughter as a drop with a steamed mantle when her cough and sputum disappeared during her illness.
Updated: Apr 2025

Lung Cancer details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8
7.5
Lung recovery
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
My experience with this product has been positive, as I feel a sense of lung recovery. I also consumed it in a warm mint drink, hoping to see beneficial effects for my colon issues.
Updated: Apr 2025

Migraine details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 30 Reviews
8
We observed an interesting case of a 32-year-old woman suffering from migraines triggered exclusively by a combination of garlic and onion aromas. She experienced severe symptoms, including visual disturbances and extreme headaches, following exposure to these scents.

Through various tests, we confirmed her sensitivity to these aromas and explored potential treatments. Notably, using peppermint and nose plugs effectively prevented her headaches and associated symptoms.

This case highlights the unique connection between migraine triggers and sensory responses, suggesting counter-stimulation might be a valuable preventive strategy.
9
Relieves migraines
Most Useful Review
14 people found this helpful
This essential oil from Now Foods has an excellent fragrant mint aroma. It invigorates and provides a cooling effect on the skin. I use it in diffusers, hair masks, and even in cleaning solutions. It effectively relieves migraines when applied to the temples, and when diluted with a carrier oil, it has multiple uses. I love incorporating this oil into my daily routine.
Updated: Apr 2025

Sore Throat details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 11 Reviews
8
9
Tonsil treatment
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I use it for colds with my family. The oil effectively clears a stuffy nose; I gently apply it on the bridge of my nose before sleeping and rub it on my chest and back for warmth. It works wonders when my tonsils swell—I apply it at night when I feel a sore throat, and by morning, the pain and swelling have disappeared.
Updated: Apr 2025

Hair Loss details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 55 Reviews
7.7
7.5
Promotes hair growth
Most Useful Review
63 people found this helpful
Prominent! Mix ten millilitres of peppermint oil, ten millilitres of rosemary oil, and ten millilitres of lavender oil with sixty millilitres of jojoba oil. It is very useful for hair loss and genetic baldness in both men and women. How to use: Apply one to two millilitres on the scalp three times a week and leave it for two to four hours. Do not leave it on your hair for longer. Consistent use will yield results in two to three months.
Updated: Apr 2025

Back Pain details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 3 Reviews
7.6
2
Weak product
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I was quite disappointed with this oil. After using it in my diffuser, the peppermint scent faded after an hour. Despite trying more drops, the aroma was faint. It felt diluted with little effect, even on back pain.
Updated: Mar 2026

Cold details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 174 Reviews
7.6
9
Headache relief
Most Useful Review
8 people found this helpful
Have mercy on me from the headache! I used it for migraines, and praise be to God, it relieved the pain by 99 per cent. The cold sensation on my head is just like snow, benefiting my sinuses. 💛
Updated: Apr 2025

Chronic Cough details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 21 Reviews
7.5
9
Calms coughs
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
Excellent for colds and coughs! A single drop rubbed on my children’s chests significantly calms their chronic cough, particularly at bedtime.
Updated: Apr 2025

Adenoiditis details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 19 Reviews
7.2
9
Eases swollen tonsils
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I use it for colds within the family, as it clears a stuffy nose effectively. I apply it gently on my nose before bed and rub it on my chest and back, where it has a warming effect. The minty scent is pleasant, and for swollen tonsils, I apply it to the neck area, which soothes the pain and swelling by morning.
Updated: Apr 2025

Dizziness details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Medium or Average
Based on 8 Reviews
6.9
7.5
Strong mint flavour
Most Useful Review
I received this product recently and it has helped alleviate my dizziness. The mint flavour is very strong, indicating it's pure essential oil.
Updated: Mar 2026
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