Mint is very much a part of Ayurveda and has been used since the ancient times for its many medicinal properties. Mint is ideal for summer, because it is a natural coolant. It has a cooling effect on the body. That is why crushed mint leaves are added to "numbu pani," "jal jeera" and other summer drinks. It also has a refreshing effect. In fact, mint is known for its tingling, fresh aroma. It contains several vitamins and minerals, as well as powerful healing properties.
CURATIVE AND BEAUTY PROPERTIES OF MINT
Mint is also widely used for beauty care. It has a stimulating effect on the skin and improves blood circulation to the skin surface. Mint also has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, protective and soothing properties. It also contains salicylic acid which is also beneficial to preventing and treating pimples. That is why it also helps to control and prevent other skin eruptions, like acne, boils and heat rash. Since it helps to reduce oiliness, it is ideal for oily and combination skin. Mint is also said to improve the skin's moisture retention ability. Mint is added to many skin care products, like cleansing lotions for oily and acne prone skin, face packs, creams and also skin toning lotions. We have used mint in a cream, along with rose and honey, as well as in a cleansing lotion for acne-prone skin.