Spearmint is known for its fresh, cooling quality but in skincare, its role goes beyond scent. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, spearmint is valued for helping cool excess heat and gently move Qi, making it especially supportive when the skin feels congested, reactive, or out of balance.
This is an ingredient that creates space - for clarity, for breath and for calmer skin.
Why Spearmint Is Used in Skincare
Used thoughtfully, spearmint helps:
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Refresh and clarify the skin
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Support skin that feels warm, puffy or congested
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Bring a light, cooling sensation without irritation
It’s especially helpful during warmer seasons or whenever the skin needs regulation rather than richness.
Spearmint Through a TCM Lens
In TCM, spearmint is associated with cooling heat and dispersing stagnation. When excess heat builds up internally, it can show up on the skin as redness, sensitivity, or imbalance.
Spearmint supports balance by:
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Gently cooling without overcorrecting
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Encouraging smooth movement of Qi
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Helping the skin feel clearer and more settled
Spearmint in the Beyond Chi Collection
We’ve been working on something new, a body-focused formula that includes spearmint as part of a carefully chosen botanical blend designed to support movement, circulation, and clarity.
Our upcoming body care launch brings spearmint into a new context, one designed for intentional movement and full-body rituals.
If you’d like to be the first to know when it’s ready, early access is open.
