Arnica

Arnica (Arnica montana) is native to most continents of the earth – in mountain ranges above approx. 2,600 metres. In many countries it’s a protected species. Its use as a medicinal plant can be traced back to the 17th century. It grows to up to a height of 50 centimetres. It’s the yellow flower heads, with their characteristically aromatic scent, that are used.

Pharmacologically important ingredients include sesquiterpene acetone, flavonoids, coumarin and essential oil.

Besides increasing blood flow, arnica’s active agents are also appreciated for their cooling effect on sunburn and insect bites and for aiding recovery following sprains. Sebastian Kneipp said of arnica: “Arnica is priceless. It deserves to be the first remedy you reach for to treat an injury, that’s why I cannot recommend it highly enough.” Arnica montana was named Medicinal Plant of the Year 2001.

Arnica extract from arnica flowers is used in our Arlberger Arnica Gel, Arlberger Murmelin Sport and Joint Ointment, Arlberger Murmelin Rubbing Alcohol and Arlberger Arnica Rubbing Alcohol.

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Soothing effect on muscles and joints
Ideal after sports activities
Relieves sore muscles
Promotes blood circulation after physical exertion
Accelerates regeneration
Soothes tense muscles
Rapidly absorbed and non-greasy

Arlberger Murmelin Sport and Joint Ointment

With marmot oil

Content: 0.06 L (€148.33 / 1 L)

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Stimulates blood flow
For tired legs and general fatigue
Soothes muscles and joints
65% alcohol

Arlberger Arnica Rubbing Alcohol

To cool heavy legs

Content: 0.25 L (€43.60 / 1 L)

€10.90

Ideal for treating sunburn
Relieves insect bites and sprains
Cools and reduces swelling
Promotes blood circulation
Tried and tested for over 30 years

Arlberger Arnica Gel

Cooling Arnica Gel

Content: 0.06 L (€141.67 / 1 L)

€8.50

With mountain pine oil, menthol and arnica extract
Promotes regeneration after sports
Stimulates blood flow
65% alcohol

Arlberger Murmelin Rubbing Alcohol

To ease tense muscles

Content: 0.25 L (€43.60 / 1 L)

€10.90

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