Helps relieve pain from sore muscles, stiff joints, arthritis, muscle spasms, menstrual cramps and nerve pain. Has been shown to up the healing process for sore muscles, bone and tendon injuries, skin irritations and infections. Essential oils are chosen for their specific healing properties and have been shown to help with pain relief, anti-aging, infections, irritations and can help with eczema and psoriasis. Apply liberally as needed, massaging in until absorbed. Use before exercising/sports to warm and loosen muscles and joints and after to reduce inflammation. For sore muscles and muscle/tendon injury: Apply low heat for 5-10 minutes after applying salve. You can use a heated flannel or a heating pad. Keep in a cool dark area, Because there are no preservatives or chemicals, product may "separate" or melt. Simply remix and allow to cool. Shelf life 12 months. We start with a base of organic coconut oil, organic shea butter, organic mango butter and soy wax. We add decarbonated hemp, comfrey, plantain, calendula and arnica flower. Then we add 14 essential oils chosen for their specific healing properties.