Do you know Tiger Balm?
It is a traditional remedy from Asia that treats and relieves many ailments.
If you don't have any in your pharmacy yet, run quickly to buy some; it's a real miracle product!
But beware, its daily use requires a minimum of knowledge, even precautions.
So to make your life easier, we tell you everything you need to know about Tiger Balm. ..
...as well as its 18 Incredible Health Benefits You Should Know About . Watch:
Tiger Balm is a topical medicine (meaning to be applied locally) that has been around for over a century!
Its main ingredients are camphor and menthol.
They relieve muscle and joint pain while providing a feeling of freshness.
And even if the Tiger Balm is not intended to cure painful chronic diseases...
...its main ingredients are extremely effective when it comes to treating everyday ailments!
Yes, Tiger Balm is completely legal in France.
It is widely available in pharmacies, parapharmacies, organic stores or on the Internet here.
Obviously, its use requires following the instructions for use.
This is what we will now see together by detailing how to use this product properly and avoid potential side effects.
To use Tiger Balm, apply it to the part of your body where you feel pain.
If you're using it to treat a cold or clear your nose, apply the balm to your chest or forehead.
To enhance its effects, it is recommended to massage the product into your skin until it is completely absorbed.
Avoid swimming before or after using the product.
You can repeat the application and massage process up to 4 times a day.
Finally, if your skin reacts badly to the balm and you see redness or irritation appear, stop using it.
Tiger Balm is a versatile product that can be used for a wide range of problems and especially against all types of pain.
We list no less than 18 possible uses:
1. Toenail fungus :the active ingredient, camphor, perfectly treats this type of fungal infection of the skin.
2. Back pain :the active ingredients camphor and menthol quickly and effectively relieve this type of pain.
3. Cold :the menthol contained in the Tiger Balm helps to calm the symptoms of the common cold without taking medication with dangerous side effects.
4. Stuffy nose :the combination of menthol and eucalyptus relieves congestion and sinusitis in no time.
5. Flu state :menthol and eucalyptus help relieve pain associated with the flu.
6. Headache :menthol relieves headache. The eucalyptus present in the balm also has recognized pain-relieving effects.
7. Joint pain :menthol and camphor quickly and naturally relieve this type of pain, especially after playing sports.
8. Small burns :camphor and menthol calm and soothe small daily burns that can occur when cooking, for example.
9. Mosquito bites :not only does menthol repel mosquitoes, but it also calms bites to avoid scratching.
10. Neuropathy :the capsicum (chili) contained in the balm relieves neuropathic symptoms, that is to say problems related to the nerves.
11. Muscle pain and aches :menthol relieves muscle pain, which is why many athletes use it.
12. Osteoarthritis pain :capsicum (chilli) and menthol relieve this type of pain naturally.
13. Poor blood circulation :the key ingredient, camphor, improves blood circulation, which can be very useful when suffering from Raynaud's disease.
14. Rheumatoid arthritis: menthol as well as anti-inflammatory ingredients like chilli reduce this type of pain.
15. Shoulder and neck pain: menthol gel used topically helps relieve this type of pain. Very useful when you slept in a bad position or when you made a wrong move.
16. Upset stomach: menthol and camphor help treat stomach upset when applied to the abdomen.
17. Stretch marks: Tiger Balm, thanks to its refreshing effects and action on blood circulation, helps treat stretch marks.
18. Toothache: menthol, clove and cajeput oils soothe toothache when applied along the jawline.
If you've done some research on Tiger Balm, you've probably noticed that there are "white" and "red" formulas.
The main difference is that White Tiger Balm contains menthol and methyl salicylate ...
...While Red Tiger Balm contains menthol and camphor.
Some formulas, like Tiger Balm Muscle Rub, contain all three ingredients.
Your choice depends on the issues you need to address.
To find out which one to use, read our article on the subject here.
As we have just seen, Tiger Balm is a 100% natural ancestral remedy that has the power to heal many different pains.
It is often safer than repeated use of over-the-counter or prescription pain relievers.
The mode of action of Tiger Balm is based on the combination of its ingredients:
- Camphor has both a cooling and warming effect on the skin.
It also increases blood circulation and treats toenail fungus.
- Menthol or methyl salicylate are made from mint extracts.
These are common anesthetics that work by tightening the muscles to help reduce muscle and joint pain.
This ingredient also helps relieve colds and congestion when inhaled.
- Cinnamon oil has anti-inflammatory effects. It soothes arthritis and other inflammatory pain.
- Eucalyptus helps treat coughs and colds.
- Capsicum (chili) helps reduce inflammation and pain from various chronic conditions like arthritis and neuropathy.
All Tiger Balm products contain a common camphor base or some form of menthol.
Other ingredients may vary.
When used as directed, Tiger Balm does not cause side effects.
It can nevertheless, in some cases, cause some unwanted reactions such as:
- Redness
- Itching
- Tingling or burning sensations
- Skin irritation
- Breathing difficulties (if applied to the chest due to congestion).
To avoid any risk, do a test before applying Tiger Balm to a larger part of the body.
To do this, apply Tiger Balm to the inside of your elbow.
Wait a few days to see if you have an adverse reaction.
If not, Tiger Balm can be used to relieve pain in other parts of your body.
Other signs of an allergic reaction may include redness, swelling and itching.
Anaphylaxis, a serious and life-threatening allergic reaction, can cause breathing difficulties and facial swelling.
If you have symptoms of anaphylaxis, seek emergency medical attention.
Tiger Balm is safe for adults when used as directed.
But it is best to talk to your doctor before using Tiger Balm, especially if you are taking prescription medication.
A few rules to follow:
- Do not take it orally. Tiger Balm is not an oral remedy, so never swallow Tiger Balm.
- Do not apply the product on irritated, sunburned or chapped skin.
- Avoid getting Tiger Balm in the eyes, mouth and any open wounds.
- Tiger Balm is not intended to be introduced into the ears or any other orifice.
- Do not cover the application area with heating pads, cold compresses or bandages.
- There is no identified contraindication to using Tiger Balm at the same time as other substances.
Nevertheless, before associating vitamins, medicines or herbs with the balm, consult your doctor.
You can buy Tiger Balm in all good pharmacies and health food stores.
To find this Asian balm, you can also buy it at a good price on the Internet here.
