Sore muscles can be pretty distracting. Whether it's your neck and shoulders aching from the way you've been sitting at your desk or your legs from those few extra miles you ran, essential oils can soothe your soreness and help you keep going on about your day. If you prefer more of a natural, holistic approach to your health, read about these different oils to see what's right for you.
Clary Sage
Used for: tension
Why it's great: calming + stops muscle spasms
Eucalyptus
Used for: pain + swelling
Why it's great: cooling, soothes pain + reduces inflammation
Helichrysum
Used for: pain, tension + swelling
Why it's great: soothes pain, stops muscle spasms + reduces inflammation
Juniper
Used for: tension
Why it's great: stops muscles spasms
Marjoram
Used for: pain, tension + swelling
Why it's great: soothes pain, stops muscle spasms + reduces inflammation
Peppermint
Used for: pain, tension + swelling
Why it's great: menthol for cooling + analgesic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties
Yarrow
Used for: pain + swelling
Why it's great: soothes pain + reduces inflammation
READ MORE: 18 Essential Oils for Sore Muscles
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