Introducing the Muscle Balm
Introducing the Muscle Balm, our sustainably sourced, plant powered, plastic-free alternative to IcyHot or Tiger Balm.
Pain is complex and there are many possible root causes: trauma (emotional, physical, spiritual), injuries…even digestive issues. There is definitely not a one size fits all solution for pain but there are ways to offer your body some temporary relief! I crafted this muscle and joint balm with the hope that it can help relax your body and mind.
The Muscle Balm has a base of midwest grown, cold-pressed sunflower seed oil that’s been infused with cayenne powder, ginger root and rosemary leaves. Finished with naturally derived menthol crystals and an essential oil blend. Packaged in a compostable push tube that makes massaging the balm into your achy muscles and joints easy.
Every body will experience the Muscle Balm differently, but I’ve found it takes about 5 minutes post application to feel the cooling, tingling sensation. Within 15 minutes this sensation peaks and then disappears around the 1 hour mark. Unlike other brands, the medicine in this product goes way beyond it’s initial cooling sensation.
Cayenne, Ginger and Rosemary are all circulatory stimulants, increasing blood flow (giving your tissues the gift of fresh oxygen and nutrients) and helping to remove accumulated waste/toxins. Rosemary is antispasmodic and ginger has a way with balancing inflammation. Cayenne contains a substance called capsaicin which helps reduce substance p (a neuropeptide that has a role in sending pain signals to the brain). While you bask in the relieving cooling and warming sensations, know that this balm is working on a deeper level.
A ritual to connect with this medicine:
As you massage the balm into your body, visualize it loosening and softening any tension. As you start to feel the menthol, imagine the medicine penetrating deep beneath your skin, encircling your muscles and sinking into all the recesses of your being. Take a deep breath and thank your body.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any medications, please consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new herbal products.
