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Ointment like Capzasin

 
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I am looking for formulas for arthritis pepper based creams or ointments similar to Capzasin.
 
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Found these on Iherb, they have one with more herb/spices as well.

Ingredients:

3 Tbs. cayenne pepper
1 cup grapeseed, almond, olive or jojoba oil
1/2 cup white beeswax beads
double boiler
glass jar with a tight-fitting lid
Instructions:

Mix the cayenne pepper with the oil of choice.
Heat in a double boiler for 5 to 10 minutes over medium heat.
Stir in the beeswax beads.
Stir until it has completely melted and the mixture is thoroughly blended.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, and then use a whisk to mix it up.
Chill again for 10 to 15 minutes and whisk it again.
Transfer the mixture to the glass jar and store it in the refrigerator.
The cream will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Super Strength Cream
This super-strength cream is exactly what it sounds like. It contains habanero pepper, which has a potent amount of capsaicin in it. It should be used for moderate to severe arthritis pain. A more intense burning sensation may be felt when first applied. Some people may experience skin irritation. If that occurs, it should be discontinued immediately. When making this cream, it is extremely important to wear protective gear like gloves and goggles.

Ingredients:

1 cup of white beeswax beads
4 Tbsp. habanero pepper
4 cups of grapeseed, almond, olive or jojoba oil
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double boiler
glass jar with a tight-fitting lid
Instructions:

Mix the habanero pepper with the oil of choice.
Heat in a double boiler for 5 to 10 minutes over medium heat.
Melt the beeswax beads into the mixture until it is completely smooth.
Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes and then whisk it up.
Allow the mixture to chill in the refrigerator for another 10 to 15 minutes, and then whip it again.
Transfer the mixture to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
The mixture will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.



How to Apply Cream
After choosing which cream to make and use, it is important to apply the cream correctly for maximum benefit. The cream should be massaged deeply into the affected joint in order to reduce pain. The massage stimulates blood to circulate around and into the affected joint. This circulated blood contains much-needed oxygen, which helps particularly with osteoarthritis.

Some people do not like the small pieces of spice that are left in the cream after the cooking process. To get rid of them, mix together the oil and the spices as it states in the recipes. Instead of melting the beeswax after mixing them together, cook the oil and spices for 15 minutes. After this, remove from heat and allow the spices to infuse the oil for 30 minutes.

When this step is complete, strain the mixture through cheesecloth and retain the infused oil. Place the beeswax beads into a double boiler and melt. When it is melted, add the infused oil to it and stir well. When this step is complete, the rest of the recipe can be followed as written.

When making these recipes, it is important to understand that the spices used can stain clothing, especially turmeric. Wearing an apron or wearing clothing that is not special is a smart habit when making and applying the cream.

For sufferers of both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, creams using capsaicin to eliminate pain can help them live a life with fewer symptoms. Over-the-counter joint pain relief creams contain capsaicin, but they also contain preservatives and ingredients that are not necessary for pain relief. The peace of mind that comes with making joint pain relief cream at home can be especially welcome for those who are sensitive to artificial ingredients.

Making these creams at home instead of purchasing them at stores is a great way to know what is being put on the body. In addition, a homemade cream can be customized by adding more or less capsaicin if a person is sensitive to the heat or, alternatively, would like more pain relief. Making a cream with simple ingredients is the best way to go for an all-natural solution to joint pain.

 
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This is what I make:
DEEP Intense
1 - 1oz bottle herb pharm arnica oil* (https://www.herb-pharm.com/product/arnica-oil/)
2oz St Johns wort oil
2oz tallow, macadamia, jojoba, or sweet almond, double-infused with Comfrey*
20 drops each of these essential oils: cassia cinnamon, camphor, clove, wintergreen, Peppermint, black pepper, ginger, cajeput
Combine into a dark bottle, & shake well, before use. If using tallow, you may need to roll the bottle in your hands a bit, to warm it.

To use it, just massage a few drops in, at a time, until you feel like you've got the coverage you need. It doesn't need to feel like you took a bath in it. Just enough to lubricate the skin, to comfortably massage it. Cover it with plastic wrap, and for the fastest, best results, add some heat - a hot water bottle, heating pad, hot rice bag - whatever works for you. Just don't make it TOO hot - just very comfortingly warm. I prefer doing it after a shower, just before bed, so it will stay on a good long time, & so it's a time when my body is ready to relax. But, sometimes, I'll put it on, getting ready for working out, or on my chores, too.
• or double Infuse oil with arnica, then Comfrey, & cayenne
 
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I can attest that Carla's formula works wonders!
 
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