Tiger Balm Lotion 28ml

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Tiger Balm Extra-Strength Pain-Relieving Ointment: This is the standard Tiger Balm ointment formula with a strong menthol scent. It can be found in most drugstores. It contains 11% camphor and 10% menthol. Derby R, et al. (2011). Novel treatment of onychomycosis using over-the-counter mentholated ointment: A clinical case series. DOI: Schattner, P., & Randerson, D. (1996, February). Tiger Balm as a treatment of tension headache. A clinical trial in general practice [Abstract]. Australian Family Physician, 25(2), 216, 218, 220

Tiger Balm Ultra-Strength Ointment: This ointment contains more pain-relieving menthol (11%) than Extra-Strength Tiger Balm. It does not stain.Non-arthritic joint pain : Menthol and camphor may help treat this type of pain when it’s related to exercise and other activities. Pannee C, Chandhanee I, Wacharee L. Antiinflammatory effects of essential oil from the leaves of Cinnamomum cassia and cinnamaldehyde on lipopolysaccharide-stimulated J774A.1 cells. J Adv Pharm Technol Res. 2014;5(4):164-70. In a small 2014 study, nine adults who applied petroleum jelly that contained 5, 10, or 20 percent camphor to their forearms experienced increased blood flow to their skin and muscles.

Stomachaches : Some people claim menthol and camphor help treat stomachaches when applied to the abdomen, but research is needed. Stretch marks : Proponents of Tiger Balm say its blood flow and cooling effects can improve stretch marks, but research is need Muscle pain: Tiger Balm is traditionally used to treat muscle aches and pain from overuse and minor injury. Pain from shingles: Shingles can cause long-lasting pain, including neuropathic pain.Camphor and menthol may help relieve this type of pain. However, Tiger Balm should not be applied to shingles blisters since these can break open and crust over.

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Camphor and menthol may also improve blood circulation to the muscles, potentially speeding up healing time and reducing inflammation. Ingredients in the balm, such as camphor, increase blood flow to the surface of the skin, creating a warming sensation that can distract from pain and stiffness. Tiger Balm Arthritis Rub: Designed specifically for arthritis pain, this rub is a cream rather than an ointment. It comes in an "arthritis-friendly pump." It's alcohol-free, so it is less likely to cause skin irritation. The active ingredients are 11% camphor and 11% menthol.