Pushing yourself hard at the gym usually comes to haunt you in the form of muscle pain. The road to recovery is longer than any of us would like, but essential oils can get you there in the blink of an eye. Here are three that will help ease muscle pain, tension, and swelling.
Lavender Oil
Lavender is one of the most calming herbs out there and it will do wonders with your muscle pain. In addition to having anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, it can also ease swelling and improve blood circulation. You can rub it in directly or add a couple of drops into your bathtub after a workout.
Peppermint is a great option for reducing muscle pain thanks to its cooling effect. It will soothe your sore and tired muscles while reducing pain, pressure, and tension at the same time. In addition to decreasing muscle spasms, it can also help you work the pain of a headache away.
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Rosemary Oil
If you’re looking for an essential oil that will help you get rid of inflammation, rosemary is the way to go. It contains an anti-inflammatory agent carnosol, which also has an anti-carcinogenic effect.