Best known as a culinary herb, bay leaf has a much more complex story. We explore Laurus nobilis, from the extraction and chemistry of its aromatic oil to its potential benefits...

Skincare has traditionally been understood in terms of what we can see and touch: hydration, texture, radiance, fine lines and the condition of the skin barrier. But skin is mor...

Of all the senses, smell has the strangest, most direct route into the brain. Sight, sound, taste and touch are all relayed through the thalamus — a kind of switchboard that fil...

We've Been Formulating For It All Along. Open any skincare feed in 2026 and you'll see the same conversation on repeat: stress is showing up on our skin, and the industry is fin...

True skin wellness goes beyond surface-level beauty. Discover how longevity skincare combines ritual, hormones, emotional wellbeing, scent, and nature-inspired formulations to s...

A thoughtful reflection on Mother’s Day, care, and the people who shape our lives. Founder Flick shares a personal perspective on ritual, memory, and the quiet ways care evolves...

How Stress Affects Your Skin (And What You Can Do About It) Modern life doesn’t just affect your mood — it affects your skin. If your skin becomes red, reactive, oily, dry, or u...

From me, the founder of Menteath If you’re reading this and today feels heavier than you expected, I want you to know you’re not alone in it. I’...

Neurocosmetics represent a new and transformative movement in skincare. Instead of treating the skin as a passive surface, neurocosmetics recognise it as a neuro-sensory organ d...

Every November, the quiet town of Lewes in East Sussex transforms into something fierce and luminous. Smoke winds through the narrow streets, drums echo off the flint walls, and...

Menteath started there. Not as a business idea — more like a way back to myself. I began blending skincare that felt like ritual. Smoke-infused, elemental, grounding. Something ...

We all know stress, lack of sleep, and emotional ups and downs affect how we feel — but they also show up on our skin. It’s no coincidence. Science now understands that the skin...

Skincare, for me, has never just been about the surface. It’s about memory. Scent. Ritual. The way something feels on your skin and what it stirs inside you. That invisible thre...

At Menteath Smoke Infused Skincare & Scent, we believe in the transformative power of nature’s neuroactive ingredients, which not only enhance skin health but also support m...

Written in collaboration with Menteath by James Dodson | Mushroom Disciple and Founder of Golden Horn Farm, Barcombe East Sussex, UK.  Reishi – The shining, glossy, red ruby ...

In a time when self-care is becoming increasingly essential, we are beginning to realise something profound: the mind holds the key to healing. From centuries-old philosophies t...

The postpartum period is one of profound transformation for a woman’s body and mind. As the body heals from childbirth, emotional and physical changes ripple across every part o...

The Intricate Connection Between Mind, Hormone Production, Scent, and Healthy Skin: Unveiling the Science The human body is a marvel of interconnected systems, where even the mo...

How Smell Shapes Love and the Essence of Koi no Yokan In the delicate dance of human connection, the senses play a powerful role. Among them, the sense of smell holds a subtle y...

Indie was born into a Sikh family with roots in Panjab, North India, and her upbringing was heavily shaped by her cultural and spiritual heritage. From the food she ate to the m...

The connection between the seasons and mental well-being is deeply ingrained in many cultures worldwide. Just as the earth experiences cycles of growth and dormancy, we, too, mo...

At the heart of the olfactory system is the process through which we detect and interpret scents. When we inhale, scent molecules enter the nasal cavity, where they interact wit...

As the festive season approaches, the Christmas tree (or the common Norway Spruce) stands as one of the most iconic symbols of the holiday. Adorning homes across the West, its e...

As the flames crackle and dance on 5 November, the wise among the townsfolk begin to ponder their celebration. “What lessons shall we pass to the next generation?” they ask, ec...

As I reflect on the journey of growing older, I’m captivated by the various ways different cultures perceive elders. It’s fascinating to see how age can be celebrated in so many...

We believe that the pursuit of radiant skin goes beyond the mere application of products. While our meticulously crafted formulations are designed to nourish and rejuvenate, the...

As the founder of Menteath Skincare and Scent, my passion for the natural world is woven into every product we create. The South Downs Way, a magnificent 100-mile trail that win...

In an industry flooded with synthetic fragrances, smoky-scented skincare is emerging as a powerful alternative that offers more than just beauty benefits. Rooted in deep, earthy...

In the ever-evolving world of skincare, finding products that align with your values and enhance your natural beauty can be challenging. Enter Menteath Skincare & Scent, a t...

In the embrace of nature, there lies a secret as old as time itself. Whispered through the ages, from the olive groves of ancient civilizations to the bustling markets of today,...

Felicity's Favourite Hikes in the West Highlands *Before attempting any of these hikes, please consult local experts for guidance. Weather conditions in these remote areas can ...

Embrace the Change: Menteath Skincare’s Guide to Autumn Radiance As summer quietly retreats, leaving behind memories of sun-drenched days and warm, golden light, autumn steps f...

My love for animals has been a constant thread throughout my life, a source of comfort, joy, and deep connection. On the farm at Hamsey, where the rhythms of nature guide the da...

At Menteath, we believe that connecting with and being in nature is essential for our vitality and survival on this planet. This philosophy is deeply rooted in the understanding...

We use the smoky scent of the juniper bark, combined with calming and nostalgic scents like ylang ylang, sweet orange, damask rose, thyme, geranium, rosewood, and juniper, all o...

It's understandable to feel anxious about using oil-based products on oily skin, especially with concerns about breakouts and increased oiliness. Here are some tips to help mana...

Everything you need to know about how to use Menteath Facial Oils. Have we missed anything? Drop us a message and let us know! 

We have recently been asked whether we are more about scent or skincare at Menteath. The answer is both!

If you take a deep breath in now, what do you feel? Can you smell...

Witchcraft is, I believe, the practice of entering into relation with the world, of exerting...

The choice, after all, is ours to make. If, having endured much, we have at last asserted our “right to know,” and if, knowing, we have concluded that we are being asked to t...

So now, as the Maiden form of the Goddess whispers to us of hope and new beginnings at the festival of Imbolc, it is on a cold February morning that you are invited to step o...

Its berries are red as a maiden's lip, Its leaves are of changeless green; And any thing changeless now, I wis, Is somewhat rare to be seen. The holly, which fall and frost h...

  “What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness” — John Steinbeck     With winter no longer a distant prospect, I have pul...

As the leaves begin to lose their grip and fall away, the autumn fruits of the hedgerows ripen and are ready to be found and foraged. Rowan, Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Elderberri...

Indoors, we tend to use only two senses, our eyes and our ears. Outside is where we can smell the flowers, taste the fresh air, look at the changing colours of the trees, hea...

When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe. John Muir, 1911   etting out for a sliver of the John Muir Way last...

Take a course of good water and air, and in the eternal youth of Nature you may renew your own. Go quietly, alone; no harm will befall you... John Muir When I began...

On my first trip to New Zealand I had the pleasure of taking a dip in the warm waters of the Waiotapu hot springs (literally “sacred waters” in the Māori language). It was t...