Hailing straight from the land Down Under comes the wonderfully refreshing essential oil of Balm Mint Bush. This mint family member grows in Australia’s Southern Victoria and parts of New South Wales. It’s a bushy, evergreen shrub that blooms beautiful purplish flowers surrounded by dark green leaves. And in those leaves where all the goodness comes from. For more background information on this extraordinary essential oil, check out our post. But, enough about where it comes from, let’s take a look at four of our favorite ways to use Balm Mint Bush.
For the Sniffles
Suffering from non stop sniffles, a scratchy throat, and a pounding headache that just won’t seem to let up? We understand how irritating it can be when these symptoms tend to linger around. No fear! Balm Mint Bush may be exactly what you need going in your diffuser. It contains constituents that help support respiratory health. This makes it great for many of the uncomfortable symptoms that accompany the common cold. In addition, it’s also known to provide support when tension headaches come crashing through your brain.
Diffuse by itself or try placing a few drops of Balm Mint Bush in a personal inhaler to take in its clearing benefits anywhere you go. In addition, you can dilute it to 1-3% in your favorite carrier oil or balm to take in its remedial benefits topically.
Soothes Digestion Problems
Poor digestion can cascade into a ton of awful symptoms. No one wants to go through their day with unwelcomed cramps, flatulence, bloating, or any other kind of stomach pain. There are plenty of essential oils to help soothe such problems and thankfully, Balm Mint Bush is one of them. Furthermore, It has carminative properties that help to soothe intestinal contractions and tension. This helps to stimulate bile flow to and get everything moving along smoothly.
To treat your tummy, add 3 drops of Balm Mint Bush, 2 drops of Roman Chamomile, and 1 drop of Spearmint to 2 teaspoons of your favorite carrier oil and massage onto your abdomen. In addition, you can also use it alone by adding 6 drops to two teaspoons of a carrier oil or lotion. Apply onto your stomach a few times a day as needed.
Helps Clear Skin for Teens
Teenage skin. It can be a big bummer. If you have a teenager in your family, you know how distressing this can be while trying to figure themselves out. The last thing they probably want to deal with is blemish or acne issues. This might not exactly be your first thought when considering how to help your teen, but it certainly may relieve such issues. It can promote healthy skin by soothing redness and irritation and may be just what the skin needs to reduce uncomfortable blemishes. Add a drop to face wash or dilute in a carrier oil at 1% and apply to the face. And yes, adults can give this a try to support their skin concerns, too!
Promotes an Uplifting Atmosphere
Balm Mint Bush joins the large group of essential oils that are great to help alleviate stress and tension. It’s wonderfully cleansing and refreshing and can increase your energy level when the midday slump starts to set in. So if you’ve had a long day and just need to recharge, Balm Mint Bush may do you wonders. The minty aroma with crisp eucalyptus notes can help uplift your mood and energize your environment. Need another reason to use this powerful essential oil? It’s a fantastic air freshener and a delightful way to support a clean environment!
For an uplifting Minty Mojito blend to diffuse into your living space, add 5 drops of Lime, 3 drops of Balm Mint Bush, and 1 drop of Spearmint to your diffuser.
Do you have Balm Mint Bush in your collection? If so, what’s your favorite way to use it? Let us know in the comments!
I traded one of my extra PT oils for 30 ml Balm Mint Bush and had no idea what to use it for. Thanks to this blog, I have been using it rubbed onto my stomach for nausea. AND I have a big bottle, which I need around here.
I’ve used this for congestion and it works really well; I want to try it on my hormonal acne too. Hoping it helps with that too!
I just received this oil in the mail today. It smells so crisp and refreshing. I just mixed up the Minty Mojito blend and it smells fantastic. Thanks PT!
I purchased this oil and really appreciate the information on how to use it! I am still relatively new to using oils and love all the ideas!!
Just received this oil from when it was the Spotlight of the Week. So far I’ve just diffused it as a single oil. Excited to try out all the other uses!
I love that you highlight a new oil each week. I purchased Balm mint bush and I’m excited to learn all the uses for it.
I love me some BMB! Mix with lavender fine at night if your sick. I wear this in my necklace at work to ward off the germs. My kids love this one as well! Just a yummy minty smell all around.
I love the fragrance but here are two uses I hadn’t thought of! I’m going to definitely be adding some to my face wash and trying it for my stomach. Thanks, PT!
I could use help with all four things listed in this blog. Guess what I’m adding to my next order?
didn’t know about this oil at all and now so interested to try it!
This sounds like a very interesting and useful oil. I am from Australia and had never heard of it. Best of all it’s kidsafe. This is definitely on the wishlist!
I’ve had this one for a while not really remembering why I purchased. But now I’ve got some great ideas to get using it. Thanks!
I got this in my Holiday Grab Bag, but haven’t used it very much yet. I’m definitely going to try the minty mojito blend!
Great ideas, thanks!
I purchased Balm Mint Bush for more variety in our sickness rotation of oils. Happy to see this blog post highlights more uses I wasn’t aware of! I’m excited that it’s useful for tummy troubles as my children haven’t liked the smells of other KidSafe options.
I need to try this! With all my season allergies, this sounds like the perfect addition!
This is a new scent to me and I love the fresh, uplifting smell!
I got mint balm in a Holiday Grab Bag and didn’t know how to best use it. This post gave me some guidance just when we needed it most. My house is all down with colds right now and it sounds like Mint Balm Bush is just what we need to deal with the congestion headache. Thanks.
Oh i need to try this!!
I love the scent of Balm Mint Bush. I also had success using it with an ingrown hair. I added two drops to a tablespoon of coconut oil and placed it onto a bandaid. I did this every morning after my shower. It relieved the pain and swelling. Although it took a week to heal, I’m sure Balm Mint Bush sped up the healing process.
This oil sounds amazing! I think I’m going to give it a try! Sounds like a perfect winter oil.
Wow! I’ve had this since I got it thru OOTM. Didn’t really know what to do with it. This was very informative! Thanks!
I mix it with lavender in my necklace diffuser and it’s so uplifting and clearing for the sinuses too!
The mojito blend mentioned in this blog is now running in my diffuser each morning. I love it!! A fantastic blend for winter health and dreams of warmer weather. Great blog post. Thanks!!
I like to use this for headaches when peppermint just seems to strong for me sometimes.
That’s a great suggestion, Amie!
I can’t wait to try this with Bergamot!! Love BMB!
I purchased this a few months back when it was recommended to me during checkout. I’m so glad I did. I love it!
I got Balm Mint Bush during the December sales and I love it! Since I can’t use Peppermint, this is a great alternative to my recipes for headaches and congestion. I also just love the way it smells, and it plays nice with other oils!
Been searching for another oil to add for my upset stomach blends. This seems like it can help, and in so many other areas too. Thanks for the info!
Had no knowledge of Balm Mint Bush…this one will definitely be on my wish list with all the ways to use it. Sounds delightful!
Wow! I am going to try this one! I am definitely think I may love it!
The description of it’s scent sounds wonderful. I’m always on the outlook for oils to boost mood and energy.
I never would have thought of using balm mint bush for skin issues, so this was extremely informative!
I have this oil, but I haven’t tried it yet. Excited to use it 🙂
This is not a mint I’m familiar with. Was very interesting to read about it.
I received mine recently after ordering for the Spotlight of the week (loving this promo!) and I love it. I was using peppermint and Candy Cane a lot over the holidays and truthfully needed a change but wanted to keep a mint in my arsenal for congestion and winter allergies and this was the perfect switch up! I love it – a hint of sweetness and not too overbearing.
Thank you for the informative blog. This sounds great to alternate out sniffle stopper during times of sickness.
If you haven’t diffused the Minty Mojito blend yet, you’re missing out!
I love balm mint bush! And I saw this at just the right time, since I have a head cold and could use a good blend to help. Thank you!
I love Balm Mint Bush! I love to diffuse it first thing in the morning to wake me up. It makes the whole house smell so fresh, even in the middle of winter. One of my favorites, and an affordable oil too!
I absolutely love discovering new oils. This sounds absolutely heavenly. Definitely keeping it in mind for my next order!
I recently bought this oil and have not used it yet. Now I am looking forward to trying it out. I have a bad viral rash on my body and will try the balm mint bush in my next roller blend that I make for this rash.
Thanks for this blog… I’ve been wanting to get this oil but wasn’tt sure what all it was used for… These 4 ideas are great.
This is on my wish list
Thanks for this helpful info! This oil was in my 25DOC grab bag and I haven’t used it, not knowing what to do with it. I have all the oils for both the tummy blend and the uplifting blend. Looking forward to trying it soon.
I can’t wait for my 2nd bottle of balm mint bush to arrive. Such a great oil! Definitely one worth keeping on hand!
I have this oil on my must-buy list to help manage my adult acne and redness. I’m going to add it to my next order for sure!
My mint balm bush comes in today and I can’t wait to try it!!!
Thanks for all the great info on ways to use Balm Mint Bush. Up until now I’ve only diffused it. I’ve had this for awhile and can’t wait to try some of these suggestions.
Thanks, using it to soothes my tummy. Great.
I was undecided before, but I’m pretty sure I’ll be ordering Balm Mint Bush after reading this article! I’m looking forward to trying it!
I got this for my first OOm . I wasn’t liking it but now I love it for my face it smell great. I need to order more now.
I am excited to try this! A kid friendly skin supporting oil is one of the things we have needed! Thanks!
Wow this really is an all round oil! What a great article, thank you for all the information. This is definitely going on my wish list!
I don’t think I have ever even heard of Balm Mint Bush before, but I am super excited to try it now! 🙂
With a kiddo full of sniffles this past week, and me becoming more “kid-safe” aware than I was, this was the perfect buy. I ordered it and got it yesterday, just in time to diffuse at bedtime. I’m looking forward to using it in these other ways, too!
I just ordered balm mint bush and I absolutely love wearing it in my diffuser necklace. Uplifting and gives a boost of energy through the day. Definitely one of my favorites to wear if you don’t want something as strong as peppermint. Love balm mint bush!
Thank you so much for posting this. I just ordered it and can’t wait to get it. My husband is actually sick right now so I’m hoping this will help him.
This oil is versatile. I can’t wait to get it! I love that it is kidsafe!
I love Balm Mint Bush for congestion. I rotate it out with other oils for this issue. I like to use it on a shower disc in the morning .
I had no idea how versatile this oil was… definitely going to have to give it a try. Thanks for the information!
This has now made it onto my wish list~ thanks for all the info!
Thank you for this information! I just ordered some and am waiting for it to arrive. I’ve heard only good things about this oil.
This might be a new necessity for our family! We love Plant Therapy!
Great info
I had not seen the plant before. It’s beautiful. Wish i could grow it here!
Thank you for the scientific information, but also practical ways to use this.
I love Balm Mint Bush for respiratory support. I have to try it on my 13yo sons face. Which carrier would work best?
Marie, many people have found success with Grapeseed and Argan carriers. If you want to compare each carrier, check out this chart: https://www.planttherapy.com/pdfs/carrier_oil_chart.pdf I suggest trying any of the carriers that have the lowest comedogenic rating 🙂
After reading this post, I’m for sure going to have to order Balm Mint Bush!
I have very sensitive skin and am always glad when a kid friendly oil comes out that i can use is so many ways. I look forward to diffusing it and using it in my skincare products.
Recently I was suffering from a sinus infection (self diagnosed by symptoms). I was determined to get through it without going to a clinic. I put this in a diffuser necklace and had amazing results through out the day!! In church it was working so well, I finally had to cover it up
I love Balm Mint Bush in a personal inhaler. Its relaxing and uplifting at the same time
I’m curious of this one. I wish there were some way to preview the scents as I’m very sensitive with high olfactory senses. I love most anything with a mint base though!
Can I difuse this with a 2 years and 11 months old?! So almost 3… Or should I stick with sniffle stopper ? I’m really concerned about the 1.8 cineole concentration that might cause slowing the breathing in your children. Thank you!
Cristina, Balm Mint Bush is perfectly safe to diffuse around your two (almost three!!) year old. The amount of 1,8-Cineole is low enough for us to consider this oil safe, however, if you’re concerned about this at all please stick to what makes you comfortable! And please don’t hesitate to reach out to our aromatherapists at [email protected] and I’m sure they can provide you with more information 🙂
Mine should be arriving today & I can’t wait to try this on my daughter because she has this lingering cough for about 2 weeks now. Thanks for sharing the ways to use this oil!
Great blog post. I have been looking for something to rotate for respiratory congestion. This sounds like it will be perfect.
Thanks for the ideas. I’ve really enjoyed balm mint bush on its own this winter for the sniffles and just being uplifting, but I’m going to try the recipe with kunzea and bergamot next time. And the minty mojito blend looks great – going to try this in the diffuser now.
I love balm mint bush, just bought a refill bottle!
I have been buying from PT for years now (back since SEOR began) and my family loves this oil. It is very uplifting and works great for congestion/respiratory issues. It’s kid safe so just a few drops in the diffuser in my kids rooms and they sleep all night when stuffed up. I seriously buy it in the 30ml size every time.
Thanks for this post! I recently purchased this oil and wasn’t sure what to do with It! Now I know
I love balm mint Bush for cleaning. It helps keep you energized and uplifted while cleaning the bathroom!
I have seen mentions of Mint Balm but didn’t know how to use it, so thank you for this blog. I plan to Pin it so I can find it again
Sounds like an interesting oil. I bet it would be very refreshing in a diffuser. It would be so cool to be able to have scratch and sniffs with different oils so you can get an idea if you would like it before purchasing. They could be put in as samples in an existing order.
I have a bottle of balm mint and have never used it. Now I have a great list of ways to use it. Can’t wait to start!
Ohh I can’t wait to get mine!
I received Balm Mint Bush in OOTM and I love it in my skincare products! I find the aroma calming. I also add it to my face cream for teens. It works well. I hadn’t thought about using it for seasonal allergies, will definitely try it!
I’ve really never heard much about this oil. But after reading this, I’ll be adding it to this months order!
I have had this for a lil while now. I really love using it & thanks to this blog. I have more uses for it now. Ty Pt
Balm Mint Bush oil is such a versatile oil, thank you for sharing these benefits!
My son has nervous stomach issues and this article helped me to know that this would help. I gave him some in a sample vile and explained how to use it. My oil addiction is being past on through my family in alot of positive and helpful ways.
Thank you so much for posting this! I bought Balm Mint Bush a month ago, but haven’t been super sure how to use it. But, thanks to this article, now I have a list: air freshener, mood picker upper, and respiratory aid.
We’re so glad you’ve learned some new ways to put this awesome oil to use 🙂
I love all the helpful uses for Balm Mint Bush, mine should be here Monday and I cant wait to use it in many different things!
Have fun, Brandi! If you come up with any awesome blends of your own, we would love to hear about them 🙂
I’m having trouble resisting buying another oil but this one sounds wonderful!
This sounds so lovely and surprisingly versitile. Adding it to my wish list now!
I love Balm Mint Bush! It is such a versatile oil. Need a pick me up? Balm Mint to the rescue! Congested? Balm Mint to the rescue! Feeling tense? Balm Mint! Feeling queasy? Balm Mint! Need I say more?
I think you just might be a fan of Balm Mint Bush…. 😉 We’re so glad!
I have been hoping for something to rotate with my other oils for my adult acne. Going to give this a try.
I love balm mint bush.. that light minty smell!