Peppermint Oil

Peppermint Oil
Category: Essential Oil, Scalp-Active
Used in: Haircare, scalp oils, rinse-off treatments

INCI & Usage Level

INCI: Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

Typical Usage Levels:

• 0.1% – 1% in leave-on scalp oils and serums (always diluted)
  

• 0.5% – 2% in rinse-off hair cleansers and treatments
  

• Commonly blended with carrier oils such as coconut oil, almond oil, jojoba oil, or sunflower oil
  

Proper dilution ensures optimal scalp benefit and tolerability.

What This Ingredient Does

Peppermint oil is a biologically active essential oil widely researched for its effects on scalp physiology and hair follicle function. Its primary active compound, menthol, interacts with sensory and vascular receptors in the scalp, leading to improved local microcirculation around hair follicles.

In hair and scalp care, improved circulation is important because hair follicles rely on consistent nutrient and oxygen delivery to maintain a healthy growth cycle. By supporting scalp blood flow and follicular activity, peppermint oil helps create an environment conducive to stronger, healthier hair growth.

Additionally, peppermint oil demonstrates broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties, helping limit excessive growth of bacteria and fungi on the scalp. This is particularly relevant for scalps prone to dandruff, buildup, itch, or inflammation, where microbial imbalance often contributes to hair fall and poor scalp health.

When used in proper dilution, peppermint oil supports scalp balance, improves follicle vitality, and contributes to overall hair health and scalp comfort.

Benefits

• Supports scalp circulation and follicle nourishment
  

• Helps maintain a healthy scalp microbiome through antimicrobial activity
  

• May support hair growth and thickness with consistent topical use
  

• Reduces scalp buildup associated with microbial overgrowth
  

• Contributes to overall scalp balance and hair vitality
  

Who It’s Suitable For

• Individuals experiencing hair thinning or increased hair fall
  

• Oily or buildup-prone scalps
  

• Scalp concerns linked to dandruff or microbial imbalance
  

• Hair oiling routines aimed at scalp health and growth support
  

• Most scalp types when used in appropriately diluted formulations
  

Note by Dr. Su

(M.D. Dermatologist)
Peppermint oil is more than a sensory ingredient. When used in correct dilution, it supports scalp circulation, microbial balance, and follicle health. These factors are fundamental for maintaining a healthy hair growth cycle and reducing scalp-related hair fall concerns.

References

• Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 2014
  Antimicrobial and antifungal activity of Mentha piperita oil
  

• Toxicological Research, 2014
  Hair growth promoting effect of peppermint oil in topical application
  

• Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, August 2015, pages 601–611
  

• Basic and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, June 2006, pages 575–581
  

• Contact Dermatitis, January 2008, pages 9–14

Products with Peppermint Oil

https://www.drsu.in/products/dr-su-advanced-hair-oil