Why Folks Are Dropping Mint Leaves in Their Toilet Tank — And Maybe You Should Too

You know how some home tips just sound a little nutty at first? Like putting baking soda in your fridge door or using vinegar to clean your shower head? Well, here’s another one that’s raising eyebrows: putting mint leaves in your toilet tank.

Yes, you read that right.

Now, before you chuckle and scroll away, let me tell you—this odd-sounding trick has a surprisingly solid following, and for good reason. It’s fresh, natural, easy on the wallet, and actually works. I tried it myself (after my daughter-in-law brought it up over coffee one morning), and let’s just say—I haven’t looked back since.

Let’s walk through the reasons why mint leaves deserve a spot in your bathroom routine.

1. A Breath of Fresh… Bathroom?

Let’s start with the obvious. Mint smells amazing. But not just “open a pack of gum” amazing. It’s that cool, clean, garden-fresh scent that lingers in the air, gently masking whatever less-than-pleasant smells might be hanging around your bathroom.

When you toss a few fresh mint leaves into your toilet tank, every flush becomes a tiny burst of nature’s air freshener. And unlike those heavy, artificial deodorizers that smell like someone sprayed perfume on bleach—this one’s just… soothing. Subtle. Real.

Especially in smaller bathrooms or older homes without strong ventilation, this trick is a game changer.