Is there a place to buy straight menthol so we can add a spritz to our own aftershave lotion. [Bay rum and Menthol] :: bj
Hi Bj, Welcome to TSD! This place has what your looking for: http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/search/search.php?keywords=menthol
You can buy it in pure crystal form from this place: http://www.essentialoil.com/index.php?cPath=582_86&osCsid=c7107c6cfad89ce4da66e72bd805efd8 Apparently the stuff is somewhat dangerous in pure form, though I've never messed with it so I'd do some research before you start playing around with it.
Welcome to the Shave Den, BJ just for your information: You can't just add menthol to an aftershave, you need to dissolve it by heating it in alcohol for example.
Do you have a beauty supply store where you live. These shops can generally get you a bottle of this. As always my policy, to learn as much as possible when ever possible. 2Sharp says that he wants to add spritz to his after shave. What does he mean by spritz? I do not think that I understand this term. What else can methol be used for? Anyone ever used streight menthol as an after shave? I can get pure menthol and might try it in combination iwth something else or by itself. Sorry about hyjacking the thread but I would like to learn something here.
I don't see a hijack at all. I said spritz because I didn't know how much to add. I guess I would start with a few drops and go from there. Mama Bear adds extra menthol to her aftershave if you request it. bj
What does adding menthol do for you 2Sharp? Have you ever used streight Menthol? How does that work for you?
I don't think he's tried it yet, which is why he was asking about where to obtain some. Straight menthol would probably be a bit uncomfortable considering it comes in a crystalized form and would have to be dissolved in to something as an additive.
This place has Menthol Liquid: http://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/menthol-liquid-essential-oil-p-300.html
Also a good site to order from. They are in Canada though, and my shipment took way too long. Please don't ANYONE use straight menthol! Liquid or crystal form. Caution warning from New Directions website; Cautions: Menthol can be sensitizing, particularly in concentrations. Aromatherapists recommend that this product be used in moderation.