What does the combination of turpentine and camphor do, and how does this balm differ from an ordinary warming gel? — Turpentine rub "Lifebuoy" with fir oil, camphor and honey, 45 g - Dr. Retter

Turpentine, the main active ingredient, stimulates the skin's receptors when applied, producing a local irritant effect: blood flow to the surface increases and a pronounced feeling of warmth appears. Camphor complements this effect in a different way: it creates a feeling of lightness and relaxation in tense areas, slightly softening the intensity of the warming. Fir oil adds a fresh coniferous scent that makes the procedure more pleasant.

The key difference from light warming gels lies in the texture of the base. Cocoa butter, wax and petroleum jelly form a dense, slowly absorbed base that:

• keeps the active substances on the skin longer, preventing them from evaporating quickly;
• makes massage movements easier — the balm glides over the skin without rolling off straight away;
• additionally softens the skin in the area of application.

This makes the rub balm format particularly convenient for massage: the warming effect builds up gradually rather than instantly, as it does with sprays or liquid formulas. If you prefer less intense warming, start with a small amount of the product.