Ingredients
Menthol
Is an organic compound made or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. As a topical analgesic, it is used to relieve minor joint and muscle aches and pains, muscle cramps, sprains and similar conditions, alone or combined with ingredients such as eucalyptus oil.
Arnica Oil (Arnica Montana)
Has been used for medicinal purposes since the 1500s and is still popular today. There are over 100 drug products made from this plant. The active components in Arnica are sesquiterpene lactones, which are known for their anti-inflammatory and pain soothing properties. Arnica also contains thymol (an essential oil), flavonoids, inulin, carotenoids and tannins that stimulate circulation.
Eucalyptus Oil
Is a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory. It is recommended to soothe rheumatism, lumbago, sprained ligaments and tendons, stiff muscles, aches, fibrosis and even nerve pain.
Peppermint Oil
Is analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, antiseptic, an astringent and anti-spasmodic. Peppermint oil helps to stimulate circulation and promote new cell growth. It is especially helpful in soothing aching joints and sore muscles. It helps to keep muscles warm and to melt away tension from stress.
Tea Tree Oil
Comes from the distillation of the leaves of the hardy tree native to Australia. It is a powerful immune system stimulant and has antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and pain relieving properties. The chemicals in tea tree oil may reduce allergic skin reactions.
Rosemary Oil
Is promoted for its ability to relieve pain, which is why it’s widely used in treating muscle pains, joint pain from arthritis and even headaches. Rosemary oil helps boost the immune system and supports stress relief.
Tocopherol
A natural source of vitamin E.
This ingredient, due to its high concentration of vitamin E, helps the skin to regenerate and repair itself. Tocopherol is used in products for dry skin, to help revive and hydrate parched and damaged cells.
Cetyl Alcohol
is a fatty alcohol derived from natural oils, coconut and palm oil. It is used as an emulsion stabilizer and a viscosity-increasing agent.
Jojoba Oil
Is a light, fine oil easily absorbed by the skin, deriving from the jojoba bean. This precious oil moisturizes and protects, without leaving any oily residue on the skin. Jojoba oil is especially good for dry, thin skin, restoring a firmer texture by helping to retain moisture.
Sweet Almond Oil
Derived from Jordan almonds, this light oil contains high amounts of amino acids, vitamin E and antioxidants. These essential ingredients help repair and regenerate new cells and destroy free radicals while providing proper nutrients for the skin to repair itself.
Lavender Oil
Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy. The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It’s also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain.
Calendula
Calendula, otherwise known as Calendula officinalis, is a marigold plant that has historically been used for a host of different ailments, mainly those affecting the skin such as in the healing of wounds. Calendula has also been used as a pain reducer and inflammation reducer.