VitaMedica Arnica Gel Plus 15 Healing Plant Compounds, Extra Strength Formula for Bruising, All-Natural Plant-Based Topical Gel, 2-Pack

I recently got a nasty black eye, and icing it then warm compress wasn't helping. I found this Arnica gel, and compared it (same amount of product) with the best rated Arnica from my local pharmacies. The other gels were half the price, but only contained 3 of the 15 ingredients this gel has. In short, this gel is twice the price but contains *five* times the herbs and critical ingredients. That's easy math from a cost vs benefits standpoint. I am attaching photos from Day 2, when I started using it, and Day 12. The immediate care nurse told me to expect a 4-5 week recovery, but as you can see from the photos, my skin and bruises healed in a fraction of that time! I own and operate my own business and meet with clients frequently. Everyone asking about it wears thin quickly. The directions were easy to understand: apply a **thin** coat 2-3 times daily. Similar to liquid bandaid, it will form a "skin", so I washed my face before each application for best absorption. I'm also trying to upload a short how-to video, showing my technique for avoiding getting this gel close to but not into eyes. It contains Ethanol and Benzyl Alcohol to keep the product germ-free, and it will burn/sting badly if it gets in your eye (yes, I learned this the hard way, so hopefully my video helps you avoid that!). VitaMedica has an excellent reputation in the homeopathic industry for using quality ingredients and manufacturing processes. This gel works well on any bruise, pain, or swelling when the skin is unbroken. Arnica with this mix is also great for Insect bites and many other minor injuries. Short version: Not all Arnica gels are the same. This gel has multiple herbs for pain relief that are missing from brick-n-mortar stores. Until the first application, I couldn't sleep because of the pain. On the whole, I strongly recommend spending the extra money to buy this gel. Look at the photos of my black eye's rapid healing, and decide for yourselves.

Had a very bad fall last month and my knee was badly bruised and swollen. I bought this product and started putting it on 3 times a day. It worked wonders and within a couple of weeks my bruising was completely gone and swelling and pain gone. No skin irritation, non greasy and easy to apply. I love this product and highly recommend it for bruising, swelling and pain relief.

Great gel works great on bruises

This product works very well. My mother-in-law was very reluctant to try it, once she did, she was surprised by the pain relief in her knees. As for me, good relief in my lower back, but some skin irritation. I now use a bit of coconut oil to soothe the irritaion.

Really works at healing bruises faster! Has a little numbing effect. Doesn’t really smell

Works better than steroid cream. Purchased twice. Holds the skin firm to avoid more irritation.

I had a trip and fall which resulted in a bump on the head and black eyes. I bruise easily (I am up in age) and heal bruises slowly. I bought this product in a panic because my youngest granddaughter's graduation was in a couple of weeks and I wanted to look my best for it. In one week, the black eyes were gone, and the bump is majorly diminished. This is miracle healing for me. I will never be without this product again.

I don’t think it works as well as some of the Arnica products I have used, but I will give it time because it’s just the first day. I do like the fact that it is unscented as I have a problem with scents.

Was disappointed in this product. I don't see it helping with bruise fading at all. It's quit drying on the skin as well.