Sore Muscle Rub

Sore Muscle Rub is made with eight essential oils chosen for their anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties that help soothe the ache of sore muscles. Sore Muscle Rub is handmade in small batches and is the perfect salve to rub onto sore muscles after a day in the garden, a long hike in the woods, or after any activity that uses your muscles to the max.

Use sparingly and rub into sore muscles until absorbed by the skin.

2 oz.

INGREDIENTS:
Arnica Infused Olive Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, and a blend of Juniper Berry, Copaiba, Lavender, Peppermint, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Rosemary, and Sweet Marjoram Essential Oils

PROPERTIES:
Arnica is an herb in the sunflower family and contains anti-inflammatory compounds thought to relieve muscle and joint pain. Arnica is infused in Olive Oil, which contains a compound called oleocanthal that acts in the same way ibuprofen does to relieve pain. The anti-inflammatory properties of arnica and olive oil both help soothe the ache of sore muscles.

Coconut Oil has a high level of lauric acid which reduces inflammation and the pain of sore muscles.

Juniper Berry Oil comes from the fresh or dried berries and needles of the Juniperus communis plant that originated in Bulgaria. With a high content of flavonoid and polyphenol antioxidants, juniper berry oil is helpful in healing sore muscles.

Copaiba Oil comes from the resin of the Copaiba tree, which grows in South America. The oil is effective in pain relief and as an anti-inflammatory.

The anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties in Lavender Oil make it effective for treating pain arising from muscle stress and tension. It will help to ease swelling and improve blood circulation.

Peppermint Oil is derived from the peppermint plant, a hybrid species of spearmint and water mint. It's most active ingredients include menthol and menthone, valued for their cooling effects to help soothe sore muscles.

Turmeric Essential Oil is distilled from the fresh rhizome of the Turmeric plant. It has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, making it perfect for soothing aches and pains.

Black Pepper Essential Oil is distilled from the pepper berry, which grows on the pepper tree. It has analgesic properties to aid in relieving the pain of sore muscles.

Rosemary Essential Oil comes from the leaves, twigs and flowers of the rosemary bush, and has appeared throughout history in herbal remedies. Rosemary essential oil also has analgesic and antispasmodic properties to help soothe the pain of sore muscles.

Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil comes from the perennial herb. It has been incorporated into ointments dating from the Roman period of Ancient Egypt and has been valued throughout history for its analgesic and antispasmodic qualities.

**This item has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent any disease or to replace the advice of a medical professional.