Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Creams

Q: How does an effective pain cream work?

Pain creams contain ingredients that provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties to help reduce pain and swelling in the skin, muscles, and joints. Ideally they also ease tension and stiffness as well as promote relaxation.

Arnica Extract is one of the main ingredients that help to alleviate pain and speed up healing so an effective pain cream should contain a substantial amount of it in its formula. Additionally, pain creams should include a high concentration of terpenes. Terpenes are found in many plants, such as Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, and Hemp Seeds, and they provide anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. They also improve skin penetration which increases the absorption and efficacy of the cream.

The correct formula holds the key to success, so look for a product that contains ingredients backed by scientific data that work to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. The formula should not just contain the right ingredients, but also provide concentrations that have been proven effective and are backed by scientific research. 

Q: Do all pain creams work?

Unfortunately, they do not. There are many shady companies that just go along with the latest health trends, formulating products that contain unnecessary or inactive ingredients and the wrong potency or amounts. Often, they even add cheap fillers, binders, hormones, artificial colorings, or preservatives that can hinder the effects of the active ingredients. Do your homework and check the labels to make sure you are taking a quality product and not a cream containing mostly inactive ingredients. 

Q: What are the important points to look out for?

Pain creams should:

• Contain Arnica Extract standardized to 10% for optimal pain relief.
• Include Peppermint, Lavender, Cinnamon, and Eucalyptus essential oils for fighting inflammation.
• Be standardized to at least 5% terpenes to enhance absorption.
• Contain Menthol which has been clinically shown to help ease pain and creates a soothing effect.
• Contain Hemp Seed Oil for natural pain relief.
• Contain Vitamin E for accelerating healing and providing antioxidants.
• Be 100% pure, natural, and with no unnecessary ingredients that could reduce the effectiveness of the product.

Q: Are there any known side effects to look out for?

Of course, each product is different, so it is always wise to read the label thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. Our research analyzed many products that generally do not present any side effects if used correctly. However, we always recommend consulting with a doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have an existing medical condition or are taking regular medication.

Q: What are the dosage instructions for pain creams?

Again, this differs between products. Always read the label thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. If you exceed the suggested dosage you could pose health risks to yourself. Generally, we found that most products suggest applying the cream 2-3 times a day on the affected area. 

Q: How long before I start to see results?

The soothing effects of a pain cream should be felt immediately, while some of the other benefits may take longer. Additionally, results will vary between individuals. If you’re skeptical about seeing results, choose a provider who offers a complete money-back satisfaction guarantee as this indicates the manufacturer’s confidence in their product. 

Q: What should I expect to pay for a good pain cream?

The cost of creams varies among manufacturers. Unfortunately, many are cheap, useless products that have been formulated without any thought for safety or efficacy. Some of these companies are selling their products for around $100 per container, which is much too expensive. On average, the best creams we found are selling between the $40-$50 price range. Oftentimes, a cheaper price is indicative of low quality or low potency, which will not be sufficiently effective. Be aware. Read the labels.

Q: Which pain cream is the best one to buy?

Since each person’s experience of a product is different, it is difficult to say specifically which one is the best. That said, based on several factors, we did like Approved Science Arnicasyl the most. We found that from the 50+ products that we analyzed, Approved Science Arnicasyl had the best quality of ingredients, potency and strength, consumer feedback, and customer service.

Ultimately, the choice is yours. We hope that our research has gone some way in helping you make your choice. If you are looking for an effective product, we think you can’t go wrong with Approved Science Arnicasyl. It is an excellent quality product with great reviews and is well priced.