The Cooling Wisdom of Mint
- Backland General Company
- Aug 26
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 3
A Herb with History
Mint isn’t just a kitchen garnish. For centuries it’s been planted at doorways to welcome guests, steeped in teas to clear the mind, and pressed into oils to cool the body. The Romans carried it on journeys, farmers grew it to scent homes, and apothecaries prized it for digestion and calm.
Why Mint Endures
Crisp Aroma — Its menthol vapors lift the senses and refresh the breath.
Tradition and Ritual — Once woven into garlands for clarity of thought.
Science Today — Menthol is recognized for its cooling sensation on skin and its ability to trigger a refreshed, awake feeling【National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)】.
Mint and the Skin
Cooling Relief — Menthol stimulates cold-sensitive receptors, creating a soothing sensation on contact.
Balancing Oils — In small amounts, peppermint oil blends well with fatty bases like tallow to refresh without heaviness.
Everyday Luxury — Adds brightness and clarity to otherwise grounding, rich formulations.
A Ritual of Clarity
Luxury isn’t always opulent—it’s the steady ritual of care.
In the morning, mint awakens: a balm that clears the senses and sharpens focus.
In the evening, it calms: blended lightly into a balm for cooling relief after sun or heat.
As a seasonal note, mint is timeless—equally suited to summer brightness or winter clarity.
Why We Keep Mint at the Center
For Backland General Co., mint ties everything together: fresh enough for the modern palate, old enough to feel ancestral, and versatile enough to work across every season. It’s not just a scent—it’s a symbol of clarity, balance, and simple luxury.
Sources
Eccles, R. Menthol and Related Cooling Compounds. Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology (1994).
National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), Menthol: Pharmacology and Therapeutic Applications.
U.S. National Library of Medicine, Peppermint oil in topical and therapeutic use.