6 Uses of Monkey Balm that NOBODY Knows.
Everyone knows tiger balm.
But do you know its cousin the monkey balm?
Monkey balm is produced in Bangkok.
He is well known in Thailand but also throughout Asia.
Thais use it in particular as a preventive muscle treatment.
What is monkey balm?
The jar of monkey balm bears the image of a white monkey, a symbol of immortality.
He is crouching and holding a peach which symbolizes longevity in Asia.
The monkey is also a sign in Chinese astrology. One of its powers is to fight against evil spirits and evil.
The Thais praise the preventive virtues of this balm, but also its curative virtues.
One of the main differences with tiger balm is therefore this preventive action.
Uses of monkey balm
1. It prepares the muscles in case of great efforts. Before training, some athletes spread monkey balm on their body to quickly warm up their muscles and prevent strains.
You can therefore massage your muscles before a big sporting effort or before a hike.
2. It prevents the appearance of stiffness. The balm promotes blood circulation, so toxins won't get stuck in your muscles. Goodbye muscle stiffness!
3. It calms arthritis attacks. Most of the elders in Thailand have their own little jar of monkey balm, and use it for arthritis attacks.
4. It relieves migraines. Just massage your temples with monkey balm.
5. He unblocks his nose. Monkey balm is a perfect ally in case of a stuffy or congested nose. Apply it in the nostrils and inhale the scent it gives off. It is also recommended to treat respiratory disorders.
6. It relieves mosquito, flea, spider and bee bites. Simply apply the monkey balm on the sting to quickly calm the irritation caused by these stings.
Where to buy monkey balm?
You can buy them now here online.
Jars of monkey balm can also be found in some drugstores.
But still be careful of counterfeits because as with tiger balm, they are common.
What is it made of?
The advantage of monkey balm is that it consists only of natural products.
Camphor, menthol, cinnamon, cloves and essential oils give it this characteristic smell.
This smell is however much less strong than that of tiger balm.
Precautions for use
Monkey balm is for external use only. On the other hand, it is not recommended to spread it on wounds or open wounds.
Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Finally, do not use it on children under 2 years old.
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Also to discover:
19 Uses of Tiger Balm That Nobody Knows About.
Tiger Balm: The Natural and Homemade Recipe.
