When applied, how quickly can I expect some pain relief? Is it an overtime kind of thing or can i expect relief soon after I apply it?
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I haven't used it enough to really give you a good answer! My husband says he thinks it a "mental thing" that I just THINK I feel better after using it but I do feel that there is some relief within a few minutes - a bit tingly upon application (which he says is just distracting - sorry I'm so vague!)
767432
Usually when I apply it to my wife at night, by morning time she's already relieved or partially relieved.
767433
Right after you apply the cream it feels better. More relief the longer I used. Lasted about 2 or 3 hours at first but after about a week it seemed like I didn't need to use as often.
767434
I haven't had immediate results as the other answers but the company says it may take up to 7 days to fully work. I felt relief after about 5 days. Now I have no hand/joint pain anymore. This stuff is amazing.
1084146
My teeth hurt a little but I wouldn't say it lasts an hour. I have an appointment with my dentist in a few weeks and I plan on asking her opinion as to whether I am doing any damage or not. I am certainly sleeping better.
193656
if you are feeling discomfort in you back or stomach, then yes i would recommend getting this right away. it helped my back and stomach pains as soon as i put it on.i hope this answers your question.
1114196
When I ordered back in the winter I got two four days uncertain tubes. Helps for a short time unless I should find exactly how to use. Like should I cover the area with a cloth or something else. The lidocaine patches helped me for hours but they stick to you. My RX plan will not. Pay for them so I found this as a fairly good substitute. If the company reads this and has a suggestion on how to keep it on the area longer, I would appreciate hearing from them. Hope this is encouraging because it does give relief for a while. A good product. C
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It does not effect fast. For myself, I still feel it is working after 8 minutes (a very little bit of hurt) Depending on your skin but for my experience is: Just apply very thin at the areas you want to peel. Wash it off any time you want. After applying a week, I feel it peels well. I am happy with the result. Good luck to you
1401314
When I use this product, which is often, my pain is very intense so it doesn't remove the pain. However, it soothes and penetrates it to such an extent that I'm able to move easily for a few hours. Great product!
1478139
In my experience it takes less than 20 minutes before you feel the effect. I also found it works better when used with a antihistamine rather than by itself. I take a antihistamine once and then two doses of Rootology during the day and this seems to work fine! I hope this helps!
1779991
Press the plus sing on the outside of the pad after you apply to pain area. It beeps and starts to pulse. It didn't do anything for my back. Hope it works better for you.
374653
It starts to work within an hour. Just put it on the area and cover with a bandage. It will draw out infection. I think it works better than antibiotic salve too pull infection.
1574160
I apply it before my 45 minute to 1 hr workout and have kept it on at least 15 minutes after my workout and have experienced no irritation ... Great product ... Awesome results!!!
830185
The one I got expired Sept 2017 but you need to buy extra bc it takes three weeks to get them and they really work great, you don't want to run out, I was bleeding and in pain for many years and I started to use this six months ago, now I feel 80% better but you need to use it day and night! Hope you feel better!
1047665
Yes it help with pain and last about 15 min. but be sure to freeze about 24 hours first
643974
I wish I knew, Tom. I did purchase one of these devices. It helps in the morning, when I apply it to the sides and back of my heel (I have a heel spur poking into my Achilles tendon, and I'm anticipating surgery for that in January). It does seem to warm and relax those areas somewhat. But you don't use a conducting gel with it. I'm guessing that the terms for these retail devices are not applied as stringently as one would hope. I wish you good luck, if you decide to use it. From my own experience, I would say it's decent, though not outstanding, help for small areas. And it takes about 15 minutes to get an effect. So, I am an impatient person and don't always want to wait... Take care! I wish I knew, Tom. I did purchase one of these devices. It helps in the morning, when I apply it to the sides and back of my heel (I have a heel spur poking into my Achilles tendon, and I'm anticipating surgery for that in January). It does seem to warm and relax those areas somewhat. But you don't use a conducting gel with it. I'm guessing that the terms for these retail devices are not applied as stringently as one would hope. I wish you good luck, if you decide to use it. From my own experience, I would say it's decent, though not outstanding, help for small areas. And it takes about 15... » Read More I wish I knew, Tom. I did purchase one of these devices. It helps in the morning, when I apply it to the sides and back of my heel (I have a heel spur poking into my Achilles tendon, and I'm anticipating surgery for that in January). It does seem to warm and relax those areas somewhat. But you don't use a conducting gel with it. I'm guessing that the terms for these retail devices are not applied as stringently as one would hope. I wish you good luck, if you decide to use it. From my own experience, I would say it's decent, though not outstanding, help for small areas. And it takes about 15 minutes to get an effect. So, I am an impatient person and don't always want to wait... Take care! « Show Less
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I was a skeptic, but I swear by it now. It's certainly no cure for SAD, but it does give some temporary relief. I would advise against using it all day, however; I found it makes me agitated if I have it on for more than 30 minutes at a time.
1042031
that is definitely not normal. You should definitely feel this strength. You should start feeling it seconds after applying
1969508
There are a number of reasons as to why one application might have been more intensely felt over another. Just a reminder though...even if you've used this in the past it's a good idea to reread all the instructions before applying especially if a fair amount of time has elapsed from one application to the next. How often and how consistently you've used salicylic acid can play a big part in how you react to the gel peel. Also how it's being applied and how thick the application. I find using a brush, if you aren't already, works well to apply the gel quickly and evenly. It could be the application a few months ago was more thinly spread and this more recent applied more thickly. At any rate, with more consistent applications (every 7-10 days, I find optimal depending on my skin's reaction) you will build up a tolerance to the gel until you're able to keep it on for longer periods of time. You were right to remove the gel if it felt uncomfortable to the point of hurting or if you saw your skin begin to frost (turn white). Be sure too that the cleanser you use in advance is gentle, especially if you are experiencing sensitivity. With a more consistent use of the peel you'll find what works best for you and derive the fullest benefit possible for you from this product. The good thing about salicylic acid is that after about 10 minutes it's self neutralizing and won't continue to go deeper (at least this is what I've heard and also my experience). I find it's ideal to bring it to point where the most you'll experience is some flaking a day or two after and not actual peeling. Cannot speak with authority to the comment in regard to the gel becoming more acidic over time, but I've kept a bottle for 6 months-1 year (well capped and stored in a cool dry environment) without change to the formulation. I can speak, however, to the Paula's Choice products mentioned (BHA 2% and/or !% daily applications) and they're great. But they work even better if you've done some stronger peels in advance.
457831
It is similar to a roll on deodorant applicator. Roll on leg or foot where it is cramping and in less than a minute you will get relief.