Deep Relief for Weary Muscles and Joints
Chronic tension and sudden aches should not hold you back from moving through life with ease. Pain Balm is a potent, warming fusion of Chinese herbal wisdom and Western aromatherapy, designed to penetrate deep into stiff muscles and achy joints. This is not just a surface-level rub; it is a serious therapeutic tool that helps unblock stagnation, increase circulation, and invite deep release where you need it most.
 
We crafted this formula for those moments when your body signals it has had enough—whether from a strenuous hike, a long day at the computer, or the flare-up of an old injury. By combining a rich base of anti-inflammatory herbs with stimulating essential oils, we created a balm that works quickly to soothe discomfort and support your body’s natural recovery process.
 
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Relief
This complex formula incorporates the synergistic power of over twenty active botanicals to tackle pain from multiple angles.
 
Why it works:
Moves Stagnation: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), pain is often viewed as "stagnation" of Qi and Blood. Herbs like Dan Shen (Red Sage Root), Ru Xiang (Frankincense), and Mo Yao (Myrrh) are legendary for their ability to invigorate blood flow and break up this stagnation, easing deep-seated stiffness.
Cools and Soothes: A sophisticated blend of essential oils—including Wintergreen, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus—provides an immediate cooling sensation that calms hot, inflamed tissues and distracts nerve endings from pain signals.
Relaxes Tension: Sweet Marjoram and Roman Chamomile act as gentle nervines, helping to unclench tight muscles and soothe the nervous tension that often accompanies physical pain.
Deep Penetration: We use organic, high-oleic oils and Balsam Poplar Bud to ensure these medicinal compounds are carried deep into the tissue rather than sitting on top of the skin.
 
A Holistic Approach to Recovery
At Thirteen Moons Apothecary, we believe in supporting the body's innate ability to heal. Pain Balm acts as a bridge, offering immediate comfort while addressing the underlying patterns of inflammation and tension. It pairs perfectly with self-massage, heat therapy, or acupuncture treatments to enhance your recovery ritual.
 
How to Use
Massage a small amount into sore muscles, stiff joints, or bruised areas. The warming and cooling sensation will build gradually.
Apply: Scoop a dime-sized amount and warm it between your hands.
Massage: Rub firmly into the affected area for 1-2 minutes to stimulate circulation and absorption.
Breathe: Inhale the clearing aroma of Camphor and Thyme to open the sinuses and ground your senses.
Caution: Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Wash hands thoroughly after application.
 
Ingredients: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Carthamus Tinctorius (High Oleic Safflower) Seed Oil*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Cera Alba (Beeswax)*, Salvia Miltiorrhiza (Dan Shen/Red Sage Root), Populus Balsamifera (Balsam Poplar Bud), Siegesbeckia Orientalis (Xi Xian Cao/St. Paul's Wort), Boswellia Carterii (Ru Xiang/Frankincense) Gum, Commiphora Myrrha (Mo Yao/Myrrh) Resin, Impatiens Balsamina (Garden Balsam), Carthamus Tinctorius (Hong Hua/Safflower) Flower, Gentiana Macrophylla (Qin Jiao/Large Leaf Gentian) Root, Clematis Chinensis (Wei Ling Xian) Root, Prunus Persica (Tao Ren/Peach Kernel), Angelica Dahurica (Bai Zhi) Root, Geranium Maculatum (Cranesbill), Lonicera Japonica (Ren Dong Teng/Honeysuckle Vine), Cynanchum Atratum (Bai Wei/Swallow Wort), Cinnamomum Camphora (Zhang Nao/Camphor), Origanum Majorana (Sweet Marjoram) Leaf Oil, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil.
*Organic