Peppermint Oil in Shampoo: A Must-Have for Back-to-School Prep

Directions: How to Make Peppermint Oil Shampoo

Making this peppermint oil shampoo is a breeze, and it only takes a few minutes of your time. Here’s how to do it:

1. Measure the peppermint oil: For every 8 ounces of shampoo, add about 10-12 drops of peppermint essential oil. This ratio ensures that the peppermint scent is strong enough to deter lice but not so overpowering that it irritates the scalp.
2. Add the oil to the shampoo: Using the small funnel, carefully pour the peppermint oil into the shampoo bottle.
3. Shake it up: Once the oil is added, tightly close the shampoo bottle and give it a good shake to ensure the oil is evenly distributed throughout the shampoo.
4. Use as usual: Wash your child’s hair with the peppermint oil shampoo as you normally would. Make sure to rinse thoroughly.

Tips and Variations

• Customize the scent: If your child finds peppermint too strong, you can mix it with a few drops of lavender or tea tree oil, both of which also have lice-repelling properties.
• Conditioner add-in: For an extra boost of protection, you can also add a few drops of peppermint oil to your child’s conditioner.
• Use as a spray: If your child doesn’t wash their hair daily, consider making a peppermint oil spray. Mix 10 drops of peppermint oil with a cup of water in a spray bottle and mist it onto your child’s hair before they head out for the day.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Small funnel: Essential for adding the oil to the shampoo bottle without making a mess.
• Spray bottle (optional): If you’re making the peppermint spray version.

Storing Leftovers

Since this recipe simply involves adding peppermint oil to an existing product, there’s no need to worry about storage. The shampoo can be kept as usual, either in the shower or bathroom cabinet. Just remember to give the bottle a gentle shake before each use to ensure the oil remains evenly distributed.