15 Jan
Body Care recipes
Author: Ellemental
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Arnica & Chili Anti-Rheumatic Balm
Formula: 4461 Difficulty level: medium Shelf life: min 6 months pH optimal: -

Phase Ingredients Dosage % Total 100 gr
A Babassu oil 44 44 gr
A Arnica oil 30 30 gr
A Emulsifying Olive wax 20 20 gr
B Ravintsara essential oil 3 3 gr
B Lavender essential oil 2 2 gr
B Chilli CO2 extract 0,8 0,8 gr
B Rosemary CO2 extract 0,2 0,2 gr

1. Melt the ingredients of phase A in a heat-resistant glass on a water bath. Leave the mixture to cool until it starts to harden or reaches hand temperature.

2. Add the ingredients of phase B one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each.

3. Transfer the mixture to the dedicated container. Place in the refrigerator to set as evenly as possible. Consistency will be final the next day.

A fine balm with a refreshing scent, concentrated in active substances that work to relieve joint, rheumatic and muscle pain. Apply topically as needed. Do not use on wounds, irritations or damaged skin.

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Ellemental
29 Jul 2024
Hello Gabriella, Unfortunately, arnica extract is no longer part of our product range and we are unable to offer you an extract with similar properties instead. Your recipe is fine and, although the properties of the oil are different to the concentrated extract, the percentage of oil incorporated and the presence of the other active ingredients will result in an effective balm. Have a sunny day!
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Gabriella B.
23 Jul 2024
Hello! I notice that arnica extract has been out of stock for a very long time. To replace the extract, I thought of a formula with arnica oil and I would like you to tell me if you think it can be as good as the one with the extract: A Coconut butter 40% A Arnica oil 34% A Olive oil Emulsifying Wax 20% B Ravintsara essential oil 3% B Lavender essential oil 2% B Chili extract CO2 0,8% B Rosemary antioxidant extract CO2 0,2% Thank you.
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Ellemental N.
30 Jan 2023
Hello Andreea, We are glad you are happy with both the products and our recipe! The above recipe can be adapted for polyarthritis by substituting lavender and ravintsara essential oils with turmeric and coriander. we wish you!
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Andreea V.
26 Jan 2023
Hello! First of all I want to thank you for everything you do! I have only been using products made using your recipes for over 7 years and I am very pleased with the results! Do you happen to have a recipe suitable for rheumatoid polyarthritis? Can I adapt this one somehow? Thank you in advance!
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Ellemental
17 May 2022
The balm can also be prepared with the suggested substitution, keeping in mind that olive oil is oilier and heavier on the skin than babassu oil.
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Cristina A.
15 May 2022
Is it ok to use extra virgin olive oil infused with dandelion instead of babassu oil?
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Lenuta O.
30 Jul 2021
Hi there wonderful team, I ask for your help to make if it is possible a substitute of movial plus gel containing hydrolyzed collagen type II, high molecular mass hyaluronic acid, pomegranate extract, vitamin C. Thank you in advance. You are wonderful, I make a lot of your recipes and I am very pleased with the results.
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Ellemental
23 Sep 2020
We're delighted, Simona! May you continue to enjoy the products prepared from our recipes. Thank you for your feedback,
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simona
21 Sep 2020
Hello, I made this balm replacing ravintsara with wintergreen and chili with menthol crystals, it came out a successful balm. I also made the one for varicose veins (chili and arnica) is more warming, I only use it for sore legs. Thanks Elemental, I am very happy with the recipes on the site, I follow you with much interest :)
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Ionela C.
16 Sep 2020
Thank you so much! You are wonderful! mie., Sep 16, 2016 2020, 09:08 Disqus <notificationsdisqus.net> wrote:
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Ellemental
16 Sep 2020
You can also use oily chili macerate, but the dosage should be higher as the extract is more concentrated. We hope you find our recipes useful.
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Ellemental
16 Sep 2020
Hello! Niaouli essential oil has similar composition to ravintsara oil, you can make the substitution, same dosage.
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Ionela C.
15 Sep 2020
Could I use oily chili macerate? I read an answer in the comments but didn't really understand the explanation. Thank you for existing. I have made many recipes and they are super.
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Ionela C.
15 Sep 2020
Hello! I would like to make the recipe and I don't have ravintsara oil.It is not in stock and I don't know what I could replace it with.If instead of chili I put witengreen what do I put instead of ravintsara?I made the recipe and it is very appreciated but I put instead of ravintsara, witengreen...
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Ellemental
24 Jun 2020
Hello! The formula is designed to be a warming balm. It can be changed to be cooling, so you can replace the chili extract with menthol crystals.
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Maria
24 Jun 2020
Hello, could I add menthol crystals to this cream for a local cooling effect or do you think it is pointless? Thanks a lot !
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Ellemental
22 Jun 2020
Hello! You can also make the balm with beeswax, but the texture will be greasier. You need a lower dosage, about 13-15%.
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Maria
20 Jun 2020
Hello, could I replace olive wax with beeswax? If yes, the same quantity? Thank you very much!
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Ellemental
04 May 2020
In this recipe would be a good choice and wintergreen essential oil, 15-35 drops.
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Mihaela P.
04 May 2020
What can ravintsara essential oil be replaced with?
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