Banish Summer Shine! DIY Peppermint Cooling Toner for Oily, Sebum-Prone Skin

Say goodbye to greasy summer skin! Learn how to make a super simple DIY cooling toner with peppermint for its refreshing and sebum-controlling benefits. Includes recipe and precautions.

Peppermint In Cultivation

Hello! I'm your beauty & health curator, here to champion your radiant skin. Sweltering heat, humid air... are you tired of the sebum explosion and that greasy shine that inevitably arrives every summer?

Your carefully applied makeup melts away in minutes, and enlarged pores seem more noticeable than ever. It's a total crisis! Today, let's create a "Peppermint Cooling Toner" to give our exhausted summer skin a refreshing break and effectively control excess oil.

"The moment it touches your skin, coolness explodes! Gift your summer skin a refreshing break with peppermint."

Peppermint In Cultivation

What are the benefits of Peppermint for the skin?

Peppermint, familiar to us for its refreshing scent, is more than just a mood-lifting herb. It possesses amazing benefits that make it a savior for oily skin, especially during the summer.

[Benefits Summary]

Powerful cooling effect and skin soothing
Controls excess sebum and prevents shine
Excellent antibacterial properties to prevent breakouts
Tightens pores and improves skin elasticity

Instant Cooling and Soothing The key component of peppermint, 'Menthol,' provides an immediate cool and refreshing sensation upon contact with the skin. This cooling effect is highly effective at lowering the temperature of skin heated by the hot summer sun and calming red, irritated skin.
Excess Sebum Control This is the biggest concern for oily skin. Peppermint helps to regulate the overproduction of sebum, thereby balancing the skin's oil-water levels. With consistent use, it can help reduce shine and maintain a more matte complexion.
Excellent Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory Effects When sebum and impurities build up in pores, it's easy for breakouts like pimples and acne to occur. Peppermint's powerful antibacterial action inhibits the growth of acne-causing bacteria and helps to soothe inflammation, promoting clearer skin.
Pore Tightening and Skin Elasticity Peppermint has an excellent 'astringent' effect, which gives the skin a feeling of tightness. This can temporarily shrink pores that have been enlarged by sebum production, making the skin appear smoother and more toned.

Peppermint flowers in cultivation

Precautions for Using Peppermint (Will it irritate my skin?)

As effective as it is, there are a few precautions to take when using it directly on the skin. Please follow these for a safe DIY experience!

[Precautions Summary]

Never use undiluted peppermint essential oil on the skin.
Always perform a patch test before use.
If you have sensitive skin, adjust the amount and frequency of use.
Avoid using near sensitive areas like the eyes and mouth.

Never Use Undiluted Essential Oil Peppermint essential oil is a highly concentrated substance and must never be applied directly to the skin. It can cause severe irritation or burns. It must always be 'diluted' in a base like distilled water or a carrier oil at the proper ratio.
Essential! The Patch Test Everyone's skin reacts differently. Before using the finished toner on your entire face, apply a small amount to a discreet area like your inner arm or behind your ear. Wait 24 hours to check for any signs of redness, itching, or irritation.
Caution for Sensitive Skin The cooling sensation of peppermint might feel too intense for sensitive skin types. It's safest to start with a minimal amount of oil and adjust the frequency of use based on how your skin responds.

Peppermint Essential Oil

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Super Simple DIY 'Peppermint Cooling Toner' (Recipe)

Now, let's create our own cooling solution for shiny skin!

[Ingredients]

100ml (approx. 3.4 oz) Distilled Water
2-3 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil (use only 100% pure essential oil)
5ml (1 tsp) Vegetable Glycerin (for hydration)
A sterilized 100ml spray bottle

[Instructions]

Sterilize the Bottle: First, thoroughly sterilize your spray bottle with rubbing alcohol and let it dry completely.
Mix Glycerin + Oil: Pour the 5ml of vegetable glycerin into the bottle first. Then, add 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil on top. Gently swirl the bottle to ensure the oil mixes well with the glycerin. (This step helps the oil emulsify in the water.)
Add Distilled Water: Pour the 100ml of distilled water into the bottle over the glycerin-oil mixture.
Shake Well: Close the lid tightly and shake the bottle vigorously until all the contents are well combined. It's ready!
Label and Store: Label the bottle with the date it was made. Store it in the refrigerator for an extra cooling sensation and to help it stay fresh longer. (Recommended use within 2-4 weeks).

In Conclusion

Today, we made a 'Peppermint Cooling Toner' together to say goodbye to that persistent summer shine. Creating your own unique cosmetic for your skin is such a rewarding feeling, isn't it?

You can use it to tone your skin with a cotton pad after cleansing, or as a facial mist for a refreshing spritz throughout the day. This summer, I hope you can beat the shine and keep only the coolness with your very own homemade peppermint toner!

References

Healthline, "How to Use Peppermint Oil for Skin"
International Journal of Aromatherapy
Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea

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Banish Summer Shine! DIY Peppermint Cooling Toner for Oily, Sebum-Prone Skin