Calming Pain Salve 2oz

calming pain salve formula

Hops (Humulus lupulus)

Pain-related actions:

• Contains bitter resins and flavonoids that have mild analgesic (pain-relieving) properties

• Traditionally used to help ease muscle tension and nerve-related discomfort

• Offers a gentle sedative effect on the nervous system, which can help reduce the perception of pain

• Helpful for restless, tight, or overworked muscles

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Pain-related actions:

• Known for anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects

• Helps calm nerve irritation and stress-related muscle tension

• Supports relief from headaches, muscle aches, and minor joint discomfort

• Its aroma and topical action can reduce pain amplified by stress

Cayenne (Capsicum annuum)

Pain-related actions:

• Contains capsaicin, which reduces pain by depleting Substance P, a neurotransmitter that carries pain signals

• Creates a warming effect that increases local circulation

• Particularly helpful for:

  • Arthritis

  • Neuropathy

  • Chronic muscle and joint pain

• With repeated use, can decrease pain sensitivity in the area applied

Arnica (Arnica montana)

Pain-related actions:

• Traditionally used for bruises, sprains, strains, and sore muscles

• Contains sesquiterpene lactones that support anti-inflammatory processes

• Helps reduce:

  • Swelling

  • Tissue trauma discomfort

  • Post-activity muscle soreness

• Supports faster comfort in overworked or injured tissue

Avocado Seed Oil (Persea americana)

Pain-related actions:

• Rich in anti-inflammatory fatty acids and antioxidants

• Helps reduce inflammatory discomfort in joints and soft tissue

• Supports deep absorption of other pain-relieving herbs

• Nourishes tissues, which can assist recovery in chronic inflammatory conditions

Hemp Oil (Cannabis sativa)

Pain-related actions:

• Contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that support anti-inflammatory pathways

• May help calm irritated nerves and inflamed tissues

• Supports skin barrier health, allowing better delivery of active botanicals

• Often used for joint stiffness and muscle soreness

Menthol (Mentha arvensis)

Pain-related actions:

• Activates cold receptors to create a cooling sensation that distracts from pain

• Acts as a counterirritant, altering how the brain perceives pain signals

• Increases local blood flow after the cooling phase

• Helpful for:

  • Muscle pain

  • Tension headaches (topical)

  • Minor joint aches

Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora)

Pain-related actions:

• Functions as a counterirritant, reducing deeper pain sensations

• Provides alternating cooling and warming sensations that interrupt pain signaling

• Helps stimulate circulation in sore areas

• Traditionally used for:

  • Muscle aches

  • Joint stiffness

  • Nerve discomfort

How These Work Together

This formula addresses pain through multiple pathways:

• Inflammation reduction (arnica, lavender, hemp oil, avocado oil)

• Nerve signal modulation (cayenne/capsaicin, menthol, camphor)

• Muscle relaxation (hops, lavender)

• Circulation support (cayenne, camphor, menthol)

• Tissue recovery support (arnica, nourishing oils)

This multi-action approach makes the salve helpful for muscle pain, joint stiffness, nerve discomfort, overuse soreness, and inflammatory aches.

*These statements have not been verified by the FDA and is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. By purchasing, buyer agrees that they are 18 years or older and are sufficiently educated to use this product in a safe and responsible manner. Buyer agrees to release from liability and hold Grounded Remedies by Phoenix LLC forever harmless in the event of personal injury or harm to self or others, health consequences, accidents, or any other negative consequences resulting from the purchase or ingestion of this product.

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