In the past when I've used peppermint chap sticks and lip balms they've very abrasive. It's not that they're bad it's just that they tingle so fiercely it borderline burns for me. Because of this I was a little hesitant to try this one, and I'm smitten with the vanilla cardamom I've been getting. When the vanilla cardamom was out I nervously added this one to my cart instead and bravely decided to try it and I'm very glad I did. Both of them are great but I really do enjoy this one so much much than I expected. The tingling mint properties are very mild and the scent is subtle but very soothing and relaxing. I almost feel this one goes on a little lighter too than the vanilla cardamom, but I'm not complaining about that one by any means because I love it so much, this one just didn't feel quite as heavy, it might just be me or because of the mint. Either way, this is a great option! If you're hesitant about mint because of the tingle this will not overwhelm the senses like others!