Soothing Rub Ease Balm

HempSeedOil contains gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), which acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory. A 2011 study suggests that adding omega-3s, such as those found in hempoil, can reduce inflammation. [1]

Glucosamine is often used as a supplement to treat symptoms of various inflammatory conditions and has been shown to inhibit the activation of inflammatory pathways in human synovial cells. These cells are responsible for producing synovial fluid components, or joint fluid. [2]

Peppermint oil produces a cooling sensation when applied to the skin to help reduce the heat caused by inflamed muscles.

High-strength Manuka honey – made by bees collecting nectar from New Zealand Manuka bushes – contains the active ingredient methylglyoxal (MGO), which has an antimicrobial [3] and also anti-bacterial effect on the body, according to a 2018 study by Ulster University. [4]

In a 2009 German and New Zealand study, researchers suggested honey could speed up the healing process because: [5]

• honey stimulates the inflammatory response in the body, leading to the regeneration of skin cells and connective tissues

Pharmaceutical use of beeswax dates back to ancient Egypt: as reported by the Ebers Papyrus (1550 B.C.), beeswax was the main ingredient in many recipes for the preparation of ointments and creams used to help pull plugs, to treat burns and wounds and to soothe joint pain. [6]

Sources
1. Janice K. Kiecolt-Glaser et al. Omega-3 Supplementation Lowers Inflammation and Anxiety in Medical Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Brain Behav Immun. 2011 Nov; 25(8): 1725-1734.
2. Yoshie Yamagishi et al. Evaluation of the anti-inflammatory actions of various functional food materials including glucosamine on synovial cells. Mol Med Rep. 2017 Aug;16(2):1353-1359.
3. Alvarez-Suarez JM, et al. The Composition and Biological Activity of Honey: A Focus on Manuka Honey. Foods. 2014 Sep;3(3):420-432. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5302252/
4. Johnston M, et al. Antibacterial activity of Manuka honey and its components: An overview. AIMS Microbiology. 2018. 4(4):665-664. https://www.aimspress.com/fileOther/PDF/microbiology/microbiol-04-04-655.pd
5. Simon A, et al. Medical Honey for Wound Care – Still the ‘Latest Resort’? Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2009 Jun; 6(2): 165–173. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2686636/
6. Filippo Fratini et al. Beeswax: A minireview of its antimicrobial activity and its application in medicine. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine. Vol 9 Issue 9 September 2016, Pages 839-843.

Apply to the affected areas of the body as and when required. For best results apply up to three times a day. Wash hands before and after applying.

Avoid direct contact with eyes. We recommend a patch test before use. Do not use if you have an allergy to any of the listed ingredients.

Storage Store in cool, dry conditions away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of young children.

UK Mainland Delivery Rates

Estimated shipping times are from the point of dispatch from our warehouse.

Our Royal Mail option is only available on orders with a weight under 1.5 kg. Order weight is calculated at checkout and the Royal Mail option will be presented at the shipping stage if available.

The Royal Mail option can take 5-7 working days for delivery. Delivery can be tracked.

Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Scilly Isles, Scottish Highlands & Islands Delivery Rates

Channel Islands Delivery Rates

Calculation of Shipping Costs

Shipping costs are based on the grand total of your order. If you apply a discount code or loyalty credit your total may change and shipping costs will be recalculated.

Failed Deliveries

If the delivery of your order cannot be completed and it is returned to our warehouse we will contact you to offer two options for your order:
(i) We will re-arrange delivery of your order but you will be required to pay a £3.50 resend fee before the parcel is resent.
(ii) We will refund your order less the £6.50 shipping fee that we are charged by DPD.

Please see clause 8 of the Terms and Conditions of Supply for more information.

Returns

1. If you change your mind and don’t want the Product within 14 days of its delivery to you, your rights to cancel are set out at clause 11 of our Terms and Conditions of Supply. Please note to be eligible for a refund the Product must be unopened, in its original packaging and sealed. We will only be obliged to process any refund due once we have received the Product back from you.

If you are returning your order because you have changed your mind then:
You are responsible for the cost of return postage of the items.

2. If you discover that the Product is faulty or not of satisfactory quality within 30 days of the Product being delivered or us delivering the Product you may also be entitled to a refund or exchange in accordance with clause 11.9 of our Terms and Conditions of Supply.

3. Ensure that if you do want to cancel a contract you follow the cancellation procedure at clause 11 of the Terms and Conditions of Supply. Failure to do so may result in a delay in any refund being processed.

4. We strive to ensure all our Products are of the highest standard. If you do feel there is something wrong with the Product or if you have any questions please feel free to email us on customerservices@manukadoctor.co.uk