What are the benefits of arnica?

Arnica oil or arnica salve (made from arnica montana) is beneficial whenever you are experiencing discomfort or aches or pain from body trauma where there is no broken skin. Arnica oil or salve is useful for bumps and bruises, contusions, pulled muscles, whiplash, neck tension, achy joints, sprains and strains, blunt force trauma, torn ligaments, or swelling from falls or blows. The most potent arnica oil or salve is whole-herb-infused oil (or a salve made from it), which is quite different from homeopathic creams and oils.

Is arnica good for bruises?

Arnica makes a wonderful oil for body trauma and bruises where the skin is not open. Arnica is the best for bruises, contusions, sprains, strains, whiplash, neck strain, torn ligaments, and sore muscles where there is no open skin. The most potent form is whole-herb infused arnica oil or a salve made from it. Not intended for long-term use; the general recommendation is up to 2 weeks.

Who should not use arnica?

Certain people should not use arnica, especially individuals with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae and Compositae families. If you are allergic to ragweed, sunflowers, marigolds, chrysanthemums, or daisies, there’s a good chance you are also allergic to arnica. You should avoid arnica if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or elderly. Children under the age of 7 should also avoid arnica. Arnica is for external use only. Apply only to closed skin, away from mucus membranes. Generally recommended for short-term use only, two weeks or less.

Which arnica is strongest?

The strongest form of arnica is the whole-herb-infused arnica oil, or an arnica salve made from it. This is quite strong and contains high levels of the active healing compounds of the herb, when made correctly. Homeopathic arnica oil (or more commonly cream or ointment) is very different in that it contains only minute amounts of arnica, in alignment with the principles of homeopathy. Arnica should never be ingested orally due to its high potential for toxicity, with the exception of homeopathic arnica.

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Whole-herb oil with potent arnica flower infusion

Are you having an Arnica Day?

We call a day of overexertion an "arnica day." This is any day when we overdo it - like after that first weekend of end-of-winter yard cleanup when you wake up with sore muscles you forgot you even had!

If it hurts to move, try arnica!

**PLEASE NOTE: This is not the homeopathic arnica that you often see in natural pharmacies. It is a whole-herb infused oil, which is much more potent and has some precautions. Please refer to the safety guidelines at the bottom of this page.

Arnica can be useful in relieving discomfort from pain or trauma when there is no break in the skin:

Bumps, bruises, contusions
Pulled muscles
Achy joints
Sprains and strains
Torn ligaments
Blunt force trauma
Neck tension, whiplash
Swelling from falls or blows

How Does Arnica Work?

Arnica works by inhibiting inflammation, stimulating circulation and encouraging the body’s natural healing process.

Arnica contains about 150 different bio-active components that all have varying actions. One is preventing the activation of NF-kβ at the onset of the inflammatory process, making it one of the fastest and most effective ways of preventing inflammation without the side effects of ibuprofen, diclofenac, and other NSAIDs.

In fact, some studies have found arnica equally effective to ibuprofen.

🌿 Ingredients

Organic sesame oil, organic arnica flowers, Plantservative

General Usage Guidelines for Herbal Oils

Safety Guidelines for Arnica

External use only
Use only on intact skin. Do not apply to cuts, open wounds or sores, or near mucus membranes
Not for long-term use; general recommendation is up to 2 weeks
Contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation
Not for use on small children under age 7 and the elderly
Use with caution if allergic to Asteraceae and Compositae families of plants (examples include daisy, sunflower, marigold, chamomile, ragweed, chrysanthemum)
Discontinue if signs of redness or itching

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