Question : Can you use Tiger Balm whilst pregnant?

[TheMaskedPoster]

I know some muscular ointments are out of bounds, but don't know about tiger balm...

TIA

if it has essential oils in, then i would avoid .....

essential oils??

It has Camphor, Menthol, Clove oil, cajuput oil, cinnamon oil, dementholised mint oil and paraffins...

think I will just suffer with a sore back, aye...

thanks

poor you x

Quote "Pregnancy: Camphor (an ingredient in Tiger Balm) can cross the placenta if swallowed or if too much is used. The placenta feeds food and nutrients to your unborn."

no, you should avoid al those oils. sorry !!

thanks all, had a nice warm bath and it helped a treat