Muscle Rubs

After a run, a long day in the garden or a busy day at work, many people like the ritual of a warming or cooling massage. The range covers Deep Heat Spray, a licensed medicine containing salicylates, alongside the Deep Heat Muscle Massage Roll-on Lotion, which gives a warming feel as you massage, Biofreeze spray, which gives a cold feel on the skin, and arnica creams and gels from Ultrapure and Medicare, including an Epsom salts gel with arnica that feels cool on the skin.

Deep Heat Spray is used for the relief of muscular aches and pains, such as strains and sprains, while the massage lotion, cooling spray and arnica products are chosen for how they feel on the skin. Use on unbroken skin only and keep away from the eyes. Deep Heat Spray is not for children under 5 and must not be used by anyone allergic to aspirin or similar medicines. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have asthma or take prescribed medicines, and always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use. For tablets and capsules, also see our pain relief range.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I choose a warming or a cooling product? +
Deep Heat warming products create a sensation of heat, and Deep Heat Spray is a licensed medicine used for the relief of muscular aches and pains. Cooling products such as Biofreeze give a fresh, cold sensation on the skin that some people prefer after exercise or on a warm day. Both are for use on unbroken skin, and the pack explains how often they can be applied and who they are suitable for.
What is the difference between a spray, a roll-on and a cream? +
Sprays are quick to apply to larger or hard-to-reach areas such as the back, without touching the product. Roll-ons are handy to carry and keep your hands clean, while creams and gels are massaged in, which some people find soothing in itself. Choose the format that suits the area you want to apply it to and how you plan to use it.
Can I use a warming rub with a heat pad or under a bandage? +
Avoid combining warming rubs with heat pads, hot water bottles or tight bandages, as this can make the skin too hot and irritated. Wash your hands after use, keep the product away from the eyes, mouth and broken skin, and stop using it if the skin becomes red or sore. Some warming products are medicines, so always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use.
What are arnica creams and gels? +
Arnica creams and gels are massage products that many people like to apply after sport or exercise. Ultrapure and Medicare make several versions, including the Ultrapure Epsom Salts Gel with Arnica, which feels cool on the skin, while the arnica creams are simply massaged in. As with any product, use on unbroken skin and stop using it if it causes any irritation.