If Gonorrhea came in a Vile Mint Paste we would call it ICYHOT
Written: Aug 29 '06 (Updated Oct 09 '06)
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Pros: None
Cons: Overpowering Foul Mint Stench & Fail Claims.
The Bottom Line: ICYHOT in my personal experience did nothing to ease my pain, and left behind a foul stench of failure.
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| DeRango's Full Review: Icy Hot Pain Reliever |
If a product claims are founded by developing misconception and overall dissatisfaction, then it is considered a product to avoid as they ultimately lie to the consumer. I have found that with ICYHOT that these speculations could not be closer to the truth as none of the claims by the product were founded in a favorable fashion. As most of you know by now I greatly disapprove of products that make claims where my experience is completely 180 degrees of what is intended. As always here are some basic facts & claims set forth by the Chattern company, whom produces & distributes ICYHOT.
Product Description
ICY HOT is the dual action topical pain reliever that gets icy to dull the pain and then gets hot to relax it away®. ICY HOT® is ideal for fast, long-lasting pain relief from sore muscles, backache, muscle cramps and arthritis.
The unique dual action formula is available in a non-greasy cream, balm, solid chill stick, patch, and the all new ICY HOT Sleeve, designed for maximum joint pain relief.
Product Claims
-Begins to work on contact to bring fast pain relief
-Goes on ICY to dull the pain
-Activates to HOT for penetrating warmth to relax the pain away
Directions
Apply a generously to painful muscles and joints, gently massage until ICYHOT disappears. Repeat as necessary for temporary relief of minor arthritis pain, sore muscles, bursitis, tendonitis, simple backache, sprains, bruises and cramps.
Where to find it
Costco, Cub Foods, CVS, Drug Emporium, Fry's, Jewel/Osco, Kmart, Kroger, Meijer, Publix, Safeway Save Mart, Target, Walgreens.
Available Sizes
ICY HOT is available in a 1.25 oz. & 3 oz. cream, a 1.75 oz. stick, a 3.5 oz. balm and a self-adhesive patch...
Ingredients
Methyl Salicylate (30%), Menthol (10%) in a cream also containing Carbomer, Cetyl Esters, Emulsifying Wax, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, Water.
Warnings
-For external use only.
-If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylate, consult a doctor before using.
-Keep out of reach of children.
-Do NOT swallow, if swallowed call a physician or contact poison control center immediately.
-Keep away from eyes, mucus membranes, broken or irritated skin.
-Do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad.
-If skin redness or irritation develops, or pain lasts more than 7 days, discontinue use and contact a physician.
I can vouch for irritation to mucus membranes (noise) and eyes as I accidentally touched my face after applying the product and it was definitely irritating and painful to my noise and burned my eyes. Don’t Scratch and itch unless you wash your hands first!
My Thoughts
I felt that the product lead to more discomfort, burning, and itching than relief of sore tired muscles. In addition to burning and discomfort ICYHOT has an overpowering noxious stench of mint which can be smelled from across the room and for a good period of time after it is applied. The formula is somewhat greasy and even though when you apply ICYHOT it dries fairly quickly anything you touch leaves behind a greasy foul mint stench. I would highly recommend avoiding it and using an alternative source to relieving your sore muscles & joints.
Some Alternative Recommendation
What I usually do with sore muscles: I enjoy a large glass of water or fruit juice; draw myself a nice warm bath using Epson Salt, and enjoy a nice rub down in some topical oil from my loved one. I found this is most relaxing and don’t forget to gently stretch that sore muscle if it remains stiff. If the muscle is sprained I usually wrap it with an ace bandage for support and apply ice to reduce swelling and keep it elevated above my heart to minimize throbbing. In addition to this I will rarely use an Aspirin or painkiller if necessary to increase my comfort in the healing process.
Some Other Informative Health Links & Reviews
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Johnson's Baby Powder with Aloe & Vitamin E
Visine Advanced Relief Drops
Nyquil LiquidCaps Flu & Cold
Recommended:
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