I originally bought this to make my own icy hot. I was sick of spending $10-$30 on numbing creams that don't work or aren't as strong as I needed them to be for pain. I have a herniated disc in my back. I just had surgery in May 2016. Then 4 months later I herniated another disc and will need another back surgery. I'm holding off on that as long as I can. needless to say when I have a bad flare up I need something to Mask the pain until the steroids start working. That seems to be the only thing to clear it up. So I need something super strong!!!
A lot of reviews said to be careful not to touch the crystals with bare hands bc it burns. I didn't have that problem but I guess be cautious.
I also read online not to use too much of this either bc it can be too strong and start burning however the reccomended amount in some recipes wasn't enough to get it as strong as I needed it to be. I found myself adding more and more slowly then testing it until I was satisfied. It does work just takes more then expected. I used almost half of this bag before I got there. It actually could still be stronger. I haven't had any bad reactions. Only thing is that it doesn't last longer tan a few hours, just like most numbing creams. I'm hoping I can find a way to make it last longer. I'm still learning though and doing research as I go along.
Along with these crystals I added coconut oil, (not fractionated) peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil, lavender oil and vanilla oil . The reason for vanilla and lavender was so it wasn't too strong with the menthol so adding those calmed it down a bit and smelled much better. You can still smell the menthol but isn't as bad. I don't think it's possible to cover it up completely unless you use an entire 10ml bottle or even more of EO and they are expensive so it would take a lot.
By using coconut oil it help it form into a cream when it's at room temp or Kept in the fridge. It goes on much easier this way . It prevents the oil itself from from getting all over the place. In hot temps it will turn back to liquid form. Which is why I kept it in the fridge.
You can also use this as a Vicks rub. It will clear up your sinuses.
I hope this helps other reviewers. The info I provided is what I like to read when reviewing a product like this one so I have a better idea as to what it can be used for. I never made a cream like this until recently. I think it came out very well. I will probably buy this product again in the future. Unless I can find another brand that is stronger. If that's possible. Again I'm still researching. And I suggest you research it too. After all you never know how your body will react with it.
One more thing I want to mention is that you definitely need to use this in a well ventilated area while making your products!!!
Especially if you have pets, children or other people living in your home. It is strong scented after all. I had a house fan, kitchen fan and a few windows open and my house still smelled like strong menthol. After your products are made and have settled it shouldn't have that effect.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
I got a lot more than I thought I would because this stuff is practically weightless! I’m experimenting with it right now and my dining room smells like Halls, VICS and Ben-Gay minus the wintergreen. I wanted to put it in bath bombs but wow that would make your eyes and mucus membranes burn. I’ll let you know how it goes after I try one with just a pinch crushed up with Epsom salt. The smell isn’t as strong as I expected and actually has a peppermint scent to it. The sensation so yes a little goes a long way. I sometimes take the bead out of a Camel Crush and pop it then rub my fingertips just inside my nose to clear up my sinuses. These crystals have a slightly milder scent but stronger vapor burn if that makes any sense. Anyhow I have lots to play with so this should be fun!
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
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It works great if your making a numbing cream but need a little more to get a good numbing effect. Also do your research
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
More crystals than I expected in a hand-sized bag because it’s almost weightless
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
I got a lot more than I thought I would because this stuff is practically weightless! I’m experimenting with it right now and my dining room smells like Halls, VICS and Ben-Gay minus the wintergreen. I wanted to put it in bath bombs but wow that would make your eyes and mucus membranes burn. I’ll let you know how it goes after I try one with just a pinch crushed up with Epsom salt. The smell isn’t as strong as I expected and actually has a peppermint scent to it. The sensation so yes a little goes a long way. I sometimes take the bead out of a Camel Crush and pop it then rub my fingertips just inside my nose to clear up my sinuses. These crystals have a slightly milder scent but stronger vapor burn if that makes any sense. Anyhow I have lots to play with so this should be fun!
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
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