My favorite chest rub
I feel like there are other elements to a successful chest rub besides the ones listed below, so in order for my 10 to make sense I'm going to use this space to explain my rating. One of the disadvantages of using a chest rub is the grease factor. They are made with petroleum products, which can make your skin stick to your night clothes and your hands all slippery on door knobs. Mentholatum has a texture that is more gooey than greasy, and it sinks in relatively quickly and completely. It also has a minty scent (which it should, since its active ingredient menthol is derived from mint) that is more appealing to me than some other products that try to hide the menthol behind another smell. In addition to those factors, Mentholatum is not expensive. I love this stuff. Congestion Relief Mentholatum is a great help with nasal decongestion. The vapors rise as your body warms the gel, bringing sweet relief to your nasal passages. Chest Congestion Relief Mentholatum is fine at helping to break up chest congestion. The menthol has a gentle cooling sensation as it sinks in. Relief of Aches & Pains Menthol has been used as a local anesthetic. Subsequently, Mentholatum is quite an effective topical for relief of aches and pains, so much so that I have seen it recommended as a topical analgesic and not as a decongestant. Cough Suppression Menthol helps relieve inflammation and is a known counterirritant, making it very useful for treating coughs. Even topical use has some effect.
el71
Tampa, FL