Rub them out: 5 Natural Period Cramp Relief Creams
- Meloney Hudson
- Apr 10
- 5 min read
Don’t want to be distracted by menstrual cramps? Try rubbing them out - with menstrual cramp relief topical creams you massage into your tender body.
Many women who looking for alternatives to aspirin or ibuprofen for menstrual cramp relief are turning to menstrual relief creams for help. Healthcare companies are responding with products that are easy to use, hormone-free, loaded with natural ingredients, and effective at reducing menstrual cramps, back pain and other discomfort.
While this new generation of products has a medicinal purpose, they are luxurious creams that smell good, hydrate the skin, and even uplift the mood. Many women report getting through their periods without aspirin during menstruation when using these products. In this article, we review 5 natural menstrual cramp relief cream.
Right off the bat, we’re impressed with the high degree of consciousness put into the formulations. Each product contains mostly natural, pain-reducing ingredients, many used in traditional medicines for centuries, such as flower and herb essential oils and minerals. Most products also contain skin-loving nut and fruit oils or Aloe Vera to pamper the skin and absorb easily without leaving a residue. The creams are simple to use; just massage into the abdomen, lower-back, and even the breasts, to knock out period cramps and uplift mood.
In our review of the featured products below, we take a close look at several of the active ingredients for their effectiveness against menstrual discomfort. We're surprised to find so many clinical studies that support the effectiveness of the ingredients to support period comfort. Look for the links - you might find them interesting, too.
Whether you experience mild period discomfort or severe pain, and/or are seeking an alternative to oral pain relievers, these 5 natural period cramp relief creams are a viable option for pain relief and worth a try. The investment in your health and quality of life is always a good one.
Please note: We discovered most products are not available in retail stores, so they must be ordered online. We provide links where you may get your supply.
Control Menstrual Cramp Relief
Control Menstrual Cramp Relief Cream helps reduce discomfort from menstruation and PMS. It’s safe for all ages, is easy to use; just rub it over your abdomen and experience relief in five minutes. Hormone free, and loaded with natural ingredients.
We like this product because it contains many natural ingredients, such as Sweet Orange Peel Oil, Coconut Oil, and creatine. One of its hero ingredients is Chamomile Flower extract, which has anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic effects, plus an anti-anxiety effect. Herbalists have been using chamomile as a treatment for cramps, and as the result of clinical studies, healthcare providers are now encouraged to use chamomile to manage pain and menstrual bleeding in primary dysmenorrhea (extreme period pain.)
At $11 for 3 ounces (on Amazon), this product is a bargain when it comes to pain relief.
Mynstrol Premenstrual Sunshine Cream
Organic-based and Natural, Mynstrol PMS Sunshine cream is made from multiple essential oils and organic aloe vera gel. This cream provides relief from physical symptoms and supports PMS mood swing relief. Enhances heating pad effectiveness during your period, too.
We like this product a lot because it is formulated with an array of organic oils and butters, including shea, jojoba seed, olive, almond, and coconut. It’s also loaded with essential oils shown to reduce menstrual discomfort, like lavender, cinnamon, clary sage and chamomile. One of the ingredients we like is magnesium oil, which can support muscle relaxation, reduce prostaglandin production (prostaglandin is a hormone that can leads to cramps), and ease uterine cramping.
Side note: Studies show women with magnesium deficiency experience greater period pain. Some people can benefit from taking magnesium nutritional supplements, with approval from medical doctor.
Priced at $14.95 for 4.25 ounces, this is cost effective way to take care of your body during uncomfortable times.
HMP Menstrual Cramp Warming Cream
As clearly indicated, the HMP Menstrual Cramp Warming Cream contains hemp, a plant full of many naturally occurring substances used for relief. HMP hemp cream is quickly absorbed into the skin to soothe period cramps and discomfort. There is zero THC in the HMP formulas.
We like this formula for several reasons:
1) The products of this company are formulated by medical professionals with over 15 years of experience and are laboratory tested, so you know the quality is good.
2) The main ingredient, hemp, contains cannabidiol (CBD), that does not produce psychoactive effects. But studies show CBD does have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties and can safely reduce pain.
3) Arnica is another primary ingredient. Arnica is an herbal flower that has been used for centuries as a traditional medicine for pain reduction. When rubbed onto muscles and skin, it is shown to reduce muscle pain and inflammation.
4) Boswellia supports the effectiveness of this formula. Boswellia is a resin herbal extract from the boswellia tree, most commonly known as frankincense. Boswellia is also proven to contain anti-inflammatory properties to reduce discomfort.
Priced at $30 for 2 oz, this product is a good investment for effective pain relief.
Tina Health Care Comfy Cream for Period Cramps
Tina makes research-backed period pain solutions that turn “ow” into “wow.”
TINA brand is “led by women and built with science, we’re here to create products that empower you to take back your comfort, period cramps and beyond.”
Made with all-natural active ingredients like Arnica Flower, Wintergreen, and Chamomile to help soothe inflammation, calm muscle spasms, and reduce the sensation of pain.
We like this product because it contains arnica and chamomile. We especially like it because it contains wintergreen leaf oil, which, when applied to the skin, has a warming effect that soothes pain, reduces tension and increases blood circulation. Wintergreen also reduces inflammation (and thus pain) with analgesic and antispasmodic properties.
The cost is $30 for a little more than an ounce. But with customer reviews saying they can get through their periods without aspirin, because of the cream, you may find it’s worth it.
somedays Cramp Cream
Somedays Cramp Cream eases period cramps instantly, lasts up to 3 hours and can be reapplied as needed. It is a natural anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory that addresses period pain at the root cause. Use for period cramps, breast/chest tenderness, leg and back pain.
This rich cream is formulated with natural ingredients and oils from healing plants, including camphor bark oil, which has been used as a traditional medicinal treatment for inflammation and muscle pain.
The formula also contains castor seed oil, a substance used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes since the ancient days of Egypt, China and India. Castor oil has been found to reduce pain and decrease inflammation, stimulate blood and reduce menstrual cramps. In more recent times, castor oil packs have been found to be beneficial in detoxing the lymphatic system, which can soothe the body.
The geranium essential oil ingredient has our attention, too. Studies show the essential oil of the geranium plant has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant effects. A study found a significant pain relief in patients receiving a massage containing geranium essential oil.
Priced at $25 for 30 ml (a little more than an ounce), this is a pricey treatment, but if you suffer from menstrual pain and are over taking oral pain killers, this could be considered a good investment.
CONCLUSION
We can send a woman to the moon, and with these period-focused products, laced with earthly, ancient medicinal ingredients, you may be able to endure your Moon Time with more ease and grace.
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