Scientific Concept: AvalonActiv contains more than one active ingredient.
Methyl salicylate causes warming sensation.
Menthol cause cooling sensation.
Camphor increases intensity of cooling and warming sensation.
That is why many users prefer AvalonActiv rather than other counterirritants.
Benefits:
User will not suffer excessive irritation or suffer from offensive odor of other competitors.
Methyl Salicylate 4%
Causes analgesic (pain relief) and anti-inflammatory effects by inducing vasodilatation thereby increasing blood flow and temperature to the localized area of tissue 1
This often is experienced as a feeling of warmth 1
Menthol 1.5%
Has a refreshing odor and cooling properties 2.
Has counter-irritant and local anesthetic properties 2.
Camphor 1.5%
It has been found to increase the perceived intensity of sensations on the skin produced during heating and cooling 3.