Face & Body Care
Wellness
Arnica’s Most Frequently Asked Questions
SBC’s Arnica collection has been formulated with key ingredients which have been selected for their supportive effects and may help to alleviate areas of stress and tension. We would always suggest that you seek advice from a medical practitioner for a specific concern. Below are some of our most frequently asked questions for these particular products….
1. Do your products contain parabens? No
2. Does this collection contain SLS? No
3. Is this collection vegan-friendly? Yes
4. How often can I reapply? Arnica Gel, Arnica & Sandalwood Muscle Soak and Arnica & Sandalwood Hand & Foot Rescue can be applied as often as required. Arnica & Wintergreen Targeted Thermal Rub can be reapplied sparingly if required and can be tolerated.
5. Is this collection safe to use during pregnancy? SBC Arnica products have been safety assessed as suitable for use during pregnancy with the exception of the Arnica & Wintergreen Targeted Thermal Rub which we would not recommend should be used during pregnancy.
6. Can they be used together? Yes, the Arnica collection can be used as a full ritual if required.
7. Are there any age restrictions? Arnica & Wintergreen Targeted Thermal Rub is not suitable for those under the age of sixteen, all other products in the collection are suitable for use over 36months.
8. Is there a chill or burn sensation? Arnica & Wintergreen has a heating effect on the skin. It may take up to 5 minutes to develop and may cause localised reddening of the skin which is all normal. Arnica Gel, Arnica & Sandalwood Muscle Soak and Arnica & Sandalwood Hand & Foot Rescue do not have chill or heating effects.
9. Can they be applied to broken skin? No, these products are not suitable to use on broken skin.
10. What is the best order of application? The collection can be used as required, used individually or as a ritual. For optimum results, we would suggest you use the Arnica & Sandalwood Muscle Soak followed by the Arnica Gel and Hand & Foot Rescue. Arnica & Wintergreen Targeted Thermal Rub should be applied as required onto clean, dry skin.
11. Can I use the Arnica & Wintergreen Targeted Thermal Rub on my face? No, Arnica & Wintergreen is not suitable for use on the face. It is not a skincare cream and should not be applied as a moisturiser but applied to targeted areas. Please wash your hands after application.
12. Do I need to patch test? We would suggest that you patch test new products, particularly if you have a sensitive skin type.
