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Cayenne (Capsaicin)
Capsicum annuum · Capsicum
The warming chili pepper whose active compound, capsaicin, is one of the best-studied botanicals for sore, aching muscles and joints when applied topically.
What the research says
Topical capsaicin is well researched for muscle and joint discomfort; it works by acting on local sensory nerves. We use it at a gentle, comfortable level in a slow-infused oil base.
Source: Review: topical capsaicin for pain (PMC)
Educational information about the plant, not medical advice. KBA & Co products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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