You can easily see the inspiration for creating Sore Muscle Rub.. sore muscles. That was the motivation; Ginger and Cayenne were the cure. The Sore Muscle Rub has an absolutely terrific Lemon, Ginger, and Rosemary fragrance supplemented by Badger's carefully prepared Cayenne Extract. It's good for the skin, and provides gentle, penetrating warmth. Apply prior to workouts to keep muscles and joints warm, after workouts to reduce soreness, and anytime you have muscle and joint stiffness, whether from hard work or hard play, to help support your body's natural ability to heal itself. Recent scientific studies, backed by generations of folk medicine tradition, support the use of Cayenne Pepper Extract for its natural ability to reduce inflammation and to block pain without negative side effects. Ginger has a similar history, across generations, cultures and continents, of safe, effective use in the treatment of muscle soreness. Rose Hip and Sea Buckthorn Berry extracts are great for soothing skin. The other herbs in the formula were carefully chosen to support and enhance the action of the Cayenne and Ginger. So what you get is soothing relief for your hardworking, hard-playing, give-me-a-break please muscles and joints.