Trust me, the list continues. I’ve pretty much memorized all the home remedies, the dos and the don’ts, by heart. Thanks to my grandmother, there always seems to be a Chinese cure for all of my body’s ailments. I know you’re thinking: Do these outlandish tricks actually work? Believe it or not, some do! Tiger Balm, for example, is what I’d consider, hands down, my MVP. For as long as I can remember, it has been my go-to for everything from nasal congestion to muscle pain, to relieving the itchiness that comes with bug bites.
[show_shopthepost_widget id=”1370792″] [title subtitle=””]What the Heck is Tiger Balm?[/title]Tiger Balm is an herbal Chinese ointment made of what I’d consider to be closest thing to magic—menthol! It comes in two main formulas: red and white. The red formula is good for relieving muscle pain and is usually massaged on top of an injured area while the white formula can be used like Vicks to relieve nasal congestion. Of course, its magical properties do not end there. Tiger Balm really can do SO much more.
My favorite formula is the the white one because it targets all of my specific needs. It’s the better option for sensitive skin and I can use it all year round! When suffering from a sore throat or a cold in the winter, I rub some on my chest. When battling allergies in both the fall and the spring, I rub some of the ointment under my nostrils. And, best of all, when itching away at mosquito bites in the summer, I dab some on the bump to relieve itchiness. Sometimes, I even rub the balm all over as a sort of insect repellent. Tiger Balm has been the go-to for other troubles like headaches, arthritis pains, odors, and nausea as well.
If you’re thinking about trying some out, I recommend going with the white formula first! It’s the more subtle version of the beastly red formula. That one just has an extra feisty kick! Though Tiger Balm is already travel-friendly, there is also a miniature size. How cute is that?
But yea, just if you’re wondering, G-ma totally approves!
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I’m an avid user of Tiger Balm. Definitely stocked up on tons while in Thailand!www.MarinaSays.com
I’ve heard of Tiger Balm, I’ll have to see if I can get hold of some in the UK. Could definitely use it for travelling x
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I never knew that tiger balm had so many more uses; I’ve only used them for mosquito bites when I was bug bitten alive during a summer vacation in China. I never found out if the red one is better or not than the white one as an itch reliever, but I always opted for the white one since the red one leaves a colored residue on my clothes and skin.
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Just discovered Tiger Balm last Fall and I’m lovin’ it so much! 🙂
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