Muscle Rub

• Balm base of grape seed oil, beeswax, and coconut oil provides a smooth, non-greasy application with long-lasting wear
• Fifteen-essential-oil blend including peppermint, eucalyptus, rosemary, basil, spearmint, lavender, ginger, cajeput, cinnamon leaf, lemongrass, helichrysum, and chamomile — delivers a complex, invigorating aromatic profile
• Non-greasy, silken finish — skin feels conditioned without residue on clothing
• Anhydrous formula (no water phase) — inherently stable and preservative-free
• Simple, recognizable ingredient list supports clean-label and natural positioning

Intended Use

Designed as a scented body rub or massage balm base. Fills the post-activity body care or massage step in an active lifestyle or wellness routine.

Customization Notes

• Essential oil ratios can be adjusted to shift the scent profile warmer, cooler, or more herbaceous depending on brand direction
• Compatible with the addition of extracts, arnica oil, or other lipid-soluble botanical ingredients for differentiated positioning
• Private-label ready for athletic care brands, massage therapy lines, men's grooming, and spa retail

• Grapeseed & Coconut Oils
• Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Lavender, and Chamomile Essential Oils
• Beeswax

Option 1: Everyday Post-Activity Rub

1. Scoop a small amount of balm and warm it between your fingertips until it softens.
2. Apply directly to muscles that feel tired or tense — shoulders, calves, lower back, or neck.
3. Massage in firm, circular motions until absorbed. The blend of peppermint, eucalyptus, and ginger essential oils delivers a warming, invigorating sensation that leaves skin feeling revitalized.

Option 2: Professional Massage Application

1. Warm a generous amount of the muscle rub between your palms.
2. Apply to the targeted area using long, flowing strokes to distribute the product evenly — the grape seed oil and coconut oil base provides smooth, lasting glide.
3. Work deeper with kneading and circular motions, allowing the fifteen-oil essential oil blend (including rosemary, cinnamon leaf, and helichrysum) to release its complex, warming aroma.
4. Continue massaging for five to ten minutes. The beeswax-enriched formula stays workable without reapplication, and the warming sensation builds gradually for a premium massage experience.

Option 3: Post-Workout Recovery Ritual

1. After exercise, take a warm shower to relax muscles, then towel dry.
2. While skin is still warm, apply the muscle rub to areas that worked hardest — quads, hamstrings, shoulders, or wherever tension tends to settle.
3. Use firm, targeted strokes to work the balm in. The peppermint and eucalyptus provide an immediate cooling-then-warming sensation, while the ginger and cinnamon leaf oils sustain the effect.
4. Let the balm absorb fully before dressing. The non-greasy, silken finish means you can use it anytime without worrying about residue on clothing.

Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.

Common Names:

Grape Seed Oil, Yellow Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Peppermint Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Essential Oil , Rosemary Essential Oil, Sweet Basil Essential Oil , Spearmint Essential Oil, Lavender Flower Essential Oil, Ginger Root Essential Oil, Cajeput Essential Oil, Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil, Lemongrass Essential Oil, Helichriysum Flower Essential Oil, Roman Chamomile Essential Oil

International Nomenclature (INCI):

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Beeswax, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Flower Oil, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Oil, Mentha Spicata (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil , Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil, Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajaput (Cajeput) Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon) Leaf Oil , Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Lemongrass) Oil, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil

What causes balm to become gritty after production, even if it was smooth at Quality Control release?

Grittiness in balms (like lip balm) typically results from improper cooling after manufacturing. Butters contain various fatty acids with different melting points. If cooled slowly at room temperature, these fatty acids may crystallize unevenly, resulting in a gritty texture. Rapid cooling, such as in a fridge or freezer, helps prevent this by minimizing crystallization. NourishUs Naturals does not release gritty balms, so most likely if gritty balms are received it is due to transport.
During transportation, temperature fluctuations (especially in shipping trucks) can cause balms to melt and re-solidify. This re-solidification, especially when slow, can again lead to graininess due to the separation of fatty acids.

To fix gritty balm:

Gently re-melt it in a double boiler, stirring occasionally to ensure even heat distribution. Once entirely melted, pour it into containers and cool quickly.

Warning Statements:

Not for internal consumption. Pregnant or lactating people consult a doctor prior to use. Discontinue if irritation occurs.

Technical Specs:

• Preservation system: This is an anhydrous product; no preservation needed
• Color: Light to medium yellow