During Perimenopause you may experience achy joints. Nature has more than a few ingredients that can assist the body in feeling well again! Give this recipe a try to see if it works for you!!
Natural Achy Joint Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup shea butter
- 2 tablespoons beeswax pellets
- 1 tablespoon arnica oil
- 10 drops liquid camphor
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 5 drops frankincense essential oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper oil
- 1 teaspoon ashwagandha powder
Instructions:
-
Melt Base Ingredients:
- In a double boiler, melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax pellets over low heat until fully melted. Stir occasionally.
-
Add Powders:
- Once the base ingredients are melted, remove from heat and stir in the turmeric powder, ginger powder, and ashwagandha powder until fully incorporated.
-
Incorporate Oils:
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly but not harden. Add the arnica oil, liquid camphor, lavender essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, frankincense essential oil, and black pepper oil. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
-
Cool and Whip:
- Let the mixture cool further until it starts to solidify (you can place it in the fridge for a few minutes to speed up the process). Once it’s partially solidified, whip the mixture using a hand mixer or whisk until it becomes creamy and fluffy.
-
Store:
- Transfer the whipped cream into a clean, airtight container. Label it with the date and store it in a cool, dark place.
Usage:
- Apply a small amount of the cream to achy joints and massage it in gently until absorbed. Use as needed, especially before bedtime or after strenuous activities.
Benefits of Ingredients:
- Coconut oil and shea butter: Provide a moisturizing base and help with absorption.
- Beeswax: Acts as a thickening agent and provides a protective barrier on the skin.
- Arnica oil: Known for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties.
- Liquid camphor: Provides a cooling sensation and helps reduce pain.
- Lavender essential oil: Known for its calming effects and reducing cortisol levels.
- Eucalyptus essential oil: Helps with pain relief and inflammation.
- Frankincense essential oil: Known for its anti-inflammatory and stress-relieving properties.
- Turmeric and ginger powder: Both have strong anti-inflammatory properties.
- Black pepper oil: Enhances the absorption of turmeric and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Ashwagandha powder: Helps in reducing cortisol levels and has anti-inflammatory benefits.
Always perform a patch test before using any new topical product to ensure there are no allergic reactions. Enjoy the soothing relief!
