The European Medicines Agency says that arnica is approved to help relieve bruises, sprains and localised pain. 4 One of Weleda's signature products, Weleda Massage Balm with Arnica is the essence of all-natural plant-based effective action. Weleda Arnica Massage oil ingredients include pure plant oils from sunflower and olive, blended with extracts from arnica flowers and birch leaves, helps increase blood circulation and encourage natural healing. Lavender and rosemary essential oils add both perfume and natural relaxation. An all-natural product for athletes, outdoor workers, or any active person who cares about their body. If you experience redness, irritation or dry skin, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist

Active ingredients: 1g of balm contains 0.70g of liquid extract from: dried flowers of Arnica (equivalent to 0.032g Arnica montana L): dried leaves of Birch (equivalent to 0.032g Betula pendula Roth and/or Betula pubescens Ehrh as well as hybrids of both species) .If articularpain accompanied by swelling of joint, redness or fever are present you should consult your doctor. Leu S, et al. Accelerated resolution of laser-induced bruising with topical 20% arnica: a rater-blinded randomized controlled trial It has an anti-inflammatory effect inside the body and supports tissue repair, according to a 2016 study in PLoS One. The researchers say one way arnica may work by interacting with the genes responsible for repairing cells. 5 Arnica is a herb that comes from the Arnica montana flower, which commonly grows in the mountains of Europe and America. 1 Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Apply sparingly to the affected area with gentle massage three to four times daily.

If articular pain accompanied by swelling of joint, redness or fever are present you should consult your doctor. If bruising lasts longer than three to four days, or get worse after using arnica, speak to your GP. 9 Side-effects What are the side-effects of taking or using arnica?If articularaccompanied by swelling of joint, redness or fever are present you should consult your doctor Active ingredients: 1g of balm contains 0.70g of liquid extract from: dried flowers of Arnica (equivalent to 0.032g Arnica montanaL): dried leaves of Birch (equivalent to 0.032g Betula pendula Roth and/or Betula pubescens Ehrh as well as hybrids of both species) .

Arnica is applied to the skin, and is available as creams, sprays, massage balms, and bath products. It’s also available as homeopathic pillules (tiny pills) that you swallow. Marzotto M, et al. Arnica montana Stimulates Extracellular Matrix Gene Expression in a Macrophage Cell Line Differentiated to Wound-Healing PhenotypeIf the condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than two weeks, or if side effects occur, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not use if you are allergic to Arnica montana, or to other plants in the Asteraceae (Compositae) family or to any of the other ingredients Arnica is safe to use when applied to the skin in a thin layer as a cream or gel. Make sure you only apply to areas of unbroken skin. It’s also fine to take homeopathic arnica tablets or spray; in homeopathic medicine, the herb is heavily diluted. Do not use if you are allergic to Arnica montana, or to other plants in the Asteraceae (Compositae) family or to any of the other ingredients. If articularaccompanied by swelling of joint, redness or fever are present you should consult your doctor. However, never use raw arnica – when consumed raw and undiluted, it’s toxic to the body, and applying it directly to the skin can cause irritation. 7If the condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than two weeks, or if side effects occur, talk to your doctor or pharmacist