What is Tiger Balm made of?

The active components of Tiger Balm come from plants. They are blended with paraffin oil. Menthol, eucalyptus , and oil of wintergreen are believed to relieve pain with a cooling sensation that distracts you from the pain. 2 Such products are called counterirritants and offer temporary pain relief.

What is the main ingredient in Tiger Balm?

Its primary ingredients include camphor and menthol, which help relieve muscle and joint discomfort while providing a cooling sensation. Tiger Balm itself has been around for over a century.

Why is Tiger Balm so good?

It's made of so-called counterirritants, substances that cause mild hot and cool sensations on your skin to distract your brain. In other words, Tiger Balm won't pounce on your pain—but it will confuse and delight your nerve endings (and your nose) with tingle-inducing ingredients.

When should you not use Tiger Balm?

Which is better red or white Tiger Balm?

hi there, white tiger balm is milder and can be used on the nose and lips, to aid breathing, Red tiger balm is slightly stronger and is great for aches and pains on joints and muscles, It is an ancient product and really works, but buy the best, ie, asian or chinese.

The story of Tiger Balm

Does Tiger Balm have side effects?

Tiger Balm side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Tiger Balm may cause serious side effects.

What essential oils are in Tiger Balm?

Essential oils of cajeput, menthol, camphor, mint, clove, and cassia (only in the red version). All told, the essential oils compose 50% of the balm. The rest of it is carrier oils and some wax to or other solid fat to thicken the mixture into a balm.

Did Tiger Balm ever contain tiger?

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Does Tiger Balm help with arthritis?

Yes. In addition to treating muscle pain, Tiger Balm is helpful in relieving other types of pain, including back pain, joint pain, arthritis pain, and sprains.

Is Tiger Balm Chinese medicine?

Chinese herbal remedies, including Tiger Balm, are formulated to ensure all the ingredients work together synergistically to stimulate qi and therefore, reduce pain. The origins of Tiger Balm can be traced back to the 1870s.

Can I use Tiger Balm for a sore throat?

Cough and cold

In fact, 2012 study found that inhaling menthol vapor can decrease cough reflex sensitivity, suppressing coughs. When using Tiger Balm for this purpose, rub it on your chest, throat, and a tiny bit under your nose to experience symptom relief.

How do you make homemade Tiger Balm?

Can you inhale Tiger Balm?

- Do not inhale Tiger Balm or apply to the nose.

Where does Tiger Balm originate from?

History. A precursor to Tiger Balm called Ban Kin Yu (Chinese: 萬金油; lit. 'Ten Thousand Golden Oil') was developed in the 1870s during the British Colonial era by the practising Chinese herbalist Aw Chu Kin, son of Aw Leng Fan, a Chinese Hakka herbalist.

Is Tiger Balm like Deep Heat?

Many companies manufacture creams and gels that fit under the category of 'deep heat'. I'm sure you've heard of Tiger Balm, Deep Heat, Dencorub, etc. They consist of various chemicals and 'natural' ingredients in varying quantities. The cream or gel is applied locally to the affected area and massaged into the skin.

How long does Tiger Balm last once applied?

The skin patch may be worn for up to 8 hours.

Can I use Tiger Balm for headaches?

Tiger balm is a topical cream developed by a Chinese herbalist in the 1870s. It contains ingredients like menthol, camphor, methyl salicylate, cassia oil, and capsicum. These ingredients can act as an expectorant and help muscle pain, headaches, arthritis pain.

Can you put Tiger Balm on the bottom of your feet?

Massage Massaging the foot encourages blood to the area and can help soothe the pain and settle the inflammation. I recommend using a product such a Tiger Balm® or Voltarol® gel.

Does Tiger Balm have cinnamon in it?

Each application of Tiger Balm treats you to the pleasant cinnamon scent of cassia oil, which gradually diminishes throughout the day for more discreet topical pain relief.

What are menthol crystals?

Menthol Crystals are a solid constituent of Mint Oil and have a waxy consistency. The Mint Essential Oil is derived from the Mint leaf through the process of distillation. This Mint Essential Oil is then frozen at a temperature of -22 degrees Celsius.

How do you make arthritis balm?

Is Dragon balm the same as Tiger Balm?

Apparently it has the same ingredients as tiger balm. It certainly smells similar. However, after daubing a thick layer like Polyfilla onto my shoulder, I couldn't even feel the tiniest tingle, and there was certainly no relief from my pain.

How often should you use Tiger Balm?

Apply a thin layer of medication to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. Rub in gently and thoroughly. After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. If treating the hands, wait at least 30 minutes after applying the medication to wash your hands.

Does Tiger Balm heal muscles?

Consider topical solutions.

While topical ointments like BenGay, Traumeel, Tiger Balm and others don't go deep enough to reach the muscle, they do contain ingredients that are cooling, numbing and tingling. If you're really sore, that coolness can overpower the pain, but it doesn't speed muscle recovery.