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CBD Balm vs Tiger Balm: What’s Better for Muscle Relief? (UK Guide 2025)

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Quick overview

Both CBD Balm and Tiger Balm are popular for easing muscle tension and localised pain. While Tiger Balm focuses on heat-based relief, CBD Balm works through cannabinoid and essential oil synergy to calm inflammation and discomfort.

Ingredients compared

CBD Balm (Evopure)

  • CBD isolate + broad-spectrum CBD for targeted relief.
  • Natural oils: coconut MCT, olive oil, shea butter.
  • Essential oils: wintergreen, juniper, peppermint, eucalyptus.

Tiger Balm

  • Menthol, camphor, clove and cajuput oils for heat sensation.
  • Petroleum or paraffin base in traditional versions.

Benefits & uses

CBD Balm is suited for calming post-workout soreness or joint stiffness, especially where you want cooling comfort without an overpowering scent. Tiger Balm delivers fast-acting warmth but may irritate sensitive skin or open pores.

Safety & skin sensitivity

  • Patch test first—both products use strong actives.
  • Avoid contact with eyes or broken skin.
  • CBD Balm uses a wax-free, plant-based base ideal for most skin types.

When to use which

  • CBD Balm: regular recovery, inflammation, sensitivity-safe daily use.
  • Tiger Balm: occasional use where heat helps circulation or tightness.

Many athletes now rotate both: Tiger Balm pre-workout, CBD Balm post-training or at night.

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FAQs

Can I use both CBD Balm and Tiger Balm?
Yes, but not simultaneously on the same area. Alternate based on whether you want cooling or warming effects.
Is CBD Balm legal in the UK?
Yes — Evopure’s CBD Balm is made with compliant hemp-derived CBD and 0% THC.
Does CBD Balm smell like cannabis?
No, it has a fresh herbal aroma from peppermint, juniper and eucalyptus essential oils.

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