KEFI LIFE® SPOTLIGHT: THE SUPERPOWERS OF ARNICA

Arnica is a perennial with yellow-orange flowers similar to daisies. It is native to the mountains of Europe and Siberia, and is cultivated in North America. Arnica has been used for centuries as an alternative medicine to treat hair loss, arthritis, inflammation, bruises, infections, and muscle and joint pain.

Arnica is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It contains many inflammation-fighting plant compounds, such as sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.

THE RESEARCH

In a 2014 study, applying topical arnica gel was found to be as effective as topical ibuprofen, a common pain reliever, at reducing osteoarthritis pain and improving physical function. read more about the study

In another study, participants with small bruises were treated with either 20% arnica gel, 5% vitamin K, a combination of 1% vitamin K and 0.3% retinol, or a placebo. After 14 days, the arnica group had significantly less bruising compared with the placebo and combined group. read more about the study

Another 10-day study found significant improvements in bruising and swelling post-surgery when arnica cream was applied topically, compared with the placebo group. read more about the study

At Kefi Life®, we’re all about powerful, natural, ingredients, backed by science. That’s why we created Kefi Life® Arnica Salve! It’s great for sore muscles, bruises, sprains, and joint pain.