Tei-Fu Massage Lotion

Chinese herbal literature reaches back millennia. The first major Chinese materia medica tradition is often dated to around 2600 BCE. The physician and pharmacologist Li Shizhen later described more than 1,500 plant remedies in the Bencao Gangmu (“Compendium of Materia Medica”).

Tei-Fu massage lotion draws on plant actives valued since antiquity. It supports comfort in joints and muscles and eases tension headaches when massaged in. The cream has a distinctive aromatic profile, penetrates well, softens the skin and relaxes muscle — ideal for massage.

Description

Essential oils are aromatic, volatile plant substances found mainly in flowers, leaves, roots and fruits. In Tei-Fu they combine with camphor and menthol-class coolants for a warming-then-cooling feel that distracts from local discomfort and encourages blood flow in the skin.

Camphor oil traditionally offers a mild counter-irritant and antimicrobial effect. Antiseptic essential oils support comfort on minor skin complaints when used as directed. The lotion base includes moisturising lipids so massage stays smooth without heavy greasiness.

When people use it

• Muscle soreness after sport or physical work;
• Strains and everyday joint stiffness;
• Tension-type head and neck discomfort (avoid eyes);
• Insect bites and stings for soothing rub-in care;
• Massage of shoulders, back and limbs;
• Traditional topical care for minor cuts’ surrounding skin, scrapes and tired feet — never on deep open wounds without advice.

How to apply

Apply a thin layer to clean, intact skin and massage until absorbed. Use 2–3 times daily or as needed. Wash hands after use. Do not use under tight occlusive dressings unless advised. Avoid mucous membranes and broken skin.

Who should take care

Do not use if sensitive to menthol, camphor, clove, eucalyptus or other listed oils. Not for young children without specialist advice. Avoid in pregnancy on large skin areas unless a clinician agrees. Keep away from eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs. For external use only.

Composition

Key aromatics include oils of wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus), clove leaf (Eugenia caryophyllus), sweet almond (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) and aloe, with camphor, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, stearic acid, cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth-20, butylene glycol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane, allantoin, citric acid, dimethicone, xanthan gum, tetrasodium EDTA, acrylate copolymers, polysorbate 60 and standard preservative system (phenoxyethanol and parabens as listed on pack).

Storage

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not freeze.

Nature’s Sunshine formulas are produced to pharmaceutical-grade standards in the USA and distributed through official channels across Europe. Always read the label before use, and keep to the suggested daily amount unless your practitioner advises otherwise.

Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you take prescription medicines, are pregnant, breastfeeding or managing a chronic condition, seek personalised advice before starting a new product.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of the reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Tei-Fu has been a favourite in the Nature’s Sunshine topical range for decades because it combines familiar essential oils with a stable lotion base that spreads easily and rinses clean from the hands after massage. Athletes use it after training; desk workers use it on tight shoulders; travellers keep a tube for insect bites and unexpected aches.

For best results, warm a small amount between the palms before applying, and breathe normally — the menthol–camphor aroma is part of the soothing effect. If skin redness persists or irritation develops, stop use and rinse the area with mild soap and water.

This lotion is intended for external use only and is not a substitute for medical assessment of injury, infection or unexplained pain. Seek urgent care for severe swelling, open wounds or symptoms that worsen.

Food supplement. Not a medicine. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a specialist before use.