Warming Muscle Rub
This DIY warming muscle rub is made with a blend of essential oils that soothes post-workout soreness and other aches and pains.
Yield: 8 ounces
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- Two 4-ounce jars
Materials
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup shea butter
- 2 tablespoons beeswax pellets
- 35 drops camphor essential oil
- 35 drops peppermint essential oil
- 20 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 20 drops ginger essential oil
- 15 drops black pepper essential oil
- 5 drops cinnamon essential oil
Instructions
- Melt the olive oil, shea butter, and beeswax pellets in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in the microwave.
- Once completely melted, let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly. Then add the essential oils and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a lidded jar and let it sit until solidified. You can put it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to speed things up.
- To use, massage a small amount of muscle rub onto the affected area.
Notes
Feel free to sub out the essential oils or add any other oils you’d like. For a vegan balm, use candelilla or carnauba wax in place of the beeswax.
The rub will solidify over time, but you should be able to soften it with your hands prior to applying. If you’d prefer a smoother texture, re-melt the mixture and add more olive oil.
Store in a cool, dry place for up to a year.