Essential oils are powerful components of natural cleaning products, body care and skincare products. Peppermint oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and ant-fungal which lends to it's many uses in homemade household products like room freshening spray, mouthwash and deodorant. Room Freshening Spay "You're office smells so nice." I have the pleasure of hearing this comment often throughout the day because between visits I freshen the air with my home made spritzer: Fill a spray bottle with 2 ounces of filtered water and add: 15-20 drops peppermint essential oil 10-15 drops lavender essential oil 1/8 tsp vanilla extract 1 tablespoon rubbing alcohol, this helps the spray disperse in the air better Shake the bottle before each use Brightening Mouthwash Take advantage of peppermint's ant-microbial properties to keep your mouth feeling fresh. Rinse for 30 seconds after brushing but do not swallow this mouthwash. 2/3 cup filtered water 1/3 c