Topical Analgesics
GUIDE TO THE BEST TOPICAL ANALGESICS FOR MASSAGE
How do Topical Analgesics Work?
Since they contain more potent ingredients, current topical analgesics are more effective than pain relievers of the past. Many topical oils, lotions, and creams contain counterirritants such as camphor, methyl salicylate, capsaicin, and menthol. When applied to the skin, these ingredients penetrate your dermis layers to block pain signals from the source of pain to the brain by stimulating your body’s sensory receptors. As a result, you may get a neutral cold or hot sensation that helps relax your muscles and boost circulation to the pain center. This action relieves muscle, nerve, or joint pain.
Some of the best topical analgesic products contain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) that reduce pain by decreasing inflammatory reactions. In addition, cannabidiol (CBD) is a pain-relieving ingredient growing in popularity. As the key ingredient in CBD creams and compounds, CBD affects the pain receptors in the endocannabinoid system.
COMMON ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
A huge selection of topical analgesics exists in today's pain relief market with a range of features including warming and cooling sensations, several different active ingredients, scented and unscented formulas, and other unique variations that help to set each product apart. Regardless of which you choose, the best topical analgesics for the purpose of massage will offer the ability to target specific areas of pain; improved circulation, and therefore, efficient healing; continued treatment at home, and little to no side effects, unlike oral analgesics.
Common active ingredients include:
- Capsaicin
- Lidocaine
- NSAIDs
- Salicylates
- Camphor
- Menthol
- CBD
OUR BEST-SELLING TOPICAL ANALGESICS
CBD CLINIC™ Pain Relief Creams & Ointments
The CBD CLINIC™ Pain Relief Creams and Ointments provide pain relief with a powerful combination of menthol, camphor, and CBD hemp. These potent ingredients appear in an assortment of pain-relieving CBD massage oils, creams, and ointments. In addition, CBD CLINIC offers a five-level pain management system that allows you to choose the appropriate strength level for your condition.
Pros
- Provides relief throughout the entire day
- Great for conditions like spinal stenosis, arthritis, and fibromyalgia
- Fast-acting formula
- Can provide headache relief
Cons
- Some people do not like the smell
Biofreeze Professional Pain-Relieving Gel
#1 clinically recommended Biofreeze Professional Pain-Relieving Gel has been a go-to pain-relieving product for a long time. Now, its new professional strength formula with a proprietary herbal blend has boosted the demand for this product even more. The new formula causes the pain-reliever gel to penetrate your skin faster and deliver longer-lasting relief. Plus, you can use Biofreeze’s cryotherapy to relieve painful arthritis and backaches.
Pros
- Excellent pain management solution for back and knee pain
- Cytotherapeutic effects provide a soothing sensation along with pain relief
- No greasy residue or stains
- Applicable to ultrasound treatments, massage therapy for back pain, and rehab
Cons
- Although the smell quickly dissipates, some people dislike it
CBD CLINIC™ Level 5 Pain Relief Ointment
The CBD CLINIC™ Level 5 Pain Relief Full Loaded Display contains extremely potent pain-relieving ingredients, including camphor, menthol, and CBD. Since it is a Level 5 pain-relieving ointment, this product is a powerful agent for temporary pain relief of joints, muscles, knees, back, and neck. In addition, very few topical analgesics can match this CBD ointment in helping you restore the range of motion and functionality of the area around your injury.
Pros
- Excellent product for neck pain relief through massage
- Fast arrival to the pain center
- Easy one-hand application and very controllable
Cons
- None detected
Sombra® Warm Therapy Natural Pain-Relieving Gel
Along with potent pain-relieving ingredients, Sombra® Warm Therapy Natural Pain-Relieving Gel has a non-greasy, non-staining, and alcohol-free formula with a fresh citrus smell. Sombra® made this effective pain reliever with a unique blend of orange peel extract, capsaicin, camphor, and menthol. As a result, this topical analgesic gel temporarily relieves minor soreness and pain instantly.
Pros
- Glides on smoothly for a relaxing, therapeutic massage
- Long-lasting pain-relieving benefit
- Contains a higher percentage of capsaicin than RockSauce Fire
- Soothing warming sensation to muscles and joints
Cons
- After application, you should stay out of direct sunlight and skip strenuous exercise before taking a shower.
CryoDerm® Heat Pain Relieving Warming Lotions & Products
CryoDerm® Heat Pain Relieving Warming Lotions & Products offer an excellent pain-relieving solution for strained muscles, tendonitis, bursitis, joint pain, and arthritis. Pain-relieving massage lotions by CryoDerm deliver long-lasting pain-relieving results with natural ingredients like MSM, tocopheryl acetate, aloe, yucca, and natural grain alcohol. Also, CryoDerm® Heat Gel is a fine substitute for organic massage oils.
Pros
- Pain-relieving heat can last up to 24 hours
- Impressive selections of heat therapy products
- High customer satisfaction rate for deep penetrating pain relief
- Economical because a small portion goes a long way
Cons
- Cryoderm® Heat Pain heat therapy products can cause a burning sensation when they contact your face, eyes, or other sensitive areas of your body.