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!

Fire has been used to release the therapeutic properties of plants for tens of thousands of years and the practice is still present in many developing cultures providing humanit...

There are new emerging understandings about human functioning that acknowledges we are an interconnected system with little separation between mind, body and spirit: our emotion...

There has been an emerging realization that the sense of smell is more important to human well-being than has been acknowledged by science over the last hundred years (McGann, 2...

This philosophical approach to health and wellbeing has been around for centuries across the world. For instance, Cyrus the Great of Persia built lush green gardens in the crowd...

Plant based aromas and scents have featured for millennia in many if not all religious practices and ceremonies. The concentrated scent of incense, with calming and sedative pro...

The use of smells helps mitigate the effects of neurological disorders, such as in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. It has been found, for instance, that there is a positive c...

To Be Human It is well known that modern humanity is deeply alienated from nature in its many forms. Indeed for the first time in human history, the majority of people on the pl...

Finding Solace in Nature: My Journey from The Fens to Lewes Growing up in a small farming village in The Fens, I didn’t fully realize how much I thrived in quiet places, surrou...

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...