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Muscle + Joint

COOL FIRST.Then warm.MAKE THERITUAL CLEAR.

A body-care ritual for areas that feel tight, overworked, or in need of sensory contrast. Start with cooling, add body tools when desired, then finish with warming comfort. The sequence is simple, intentional, and easy to repeat.

Cool first.
Warm second.
Tools optional.

The Muscle + Joint ritual is built around contrast: a cooling first layer, optional hands-on massage with body tools, then a warming finish. Use the full sequence when the body needs more time, or keep it to two formulas when the ritual needs to stay simple.

2
Core formulas: Cooling Gel first, Thermal Cream second.
Zero
Plastic in the primary formula tubes. Aluminum tubes and caps are fully recyclable.

Muscle + Joint The Collection(4)

Two sensory formulas. Two body tools. One ritual built around cool, massage, smooth, and warm.

Step 1Cooling Gel
Cool

A cooling body gel for areas that feel tight, warm, or overworked. Apply first to begin the sensory contrast ritual.

Step 2Thermal Cream
Warm

A warming body cream used after Cooling Gel or body tool work. Apply last to finish the ritual with a comforting warm sensation.

Tools
Body ToolBody Cupping Set
Massage

Flexible silicone cups for gliding body massage on skin with slip. Use between cooling and warming when the body ritual needs a more hands-on step.

Body Tool
Smooth

A Bian Stone body tool for long, directional massage strokes on skin with slip. Use after cupping or before the warming finish when the ritual calls for slower body work.

Choose your ritual.
Two steps,
or full body work.

Start with the two-formula contrast ritual, then add tools only when the body needs more hands-on massage. Keep pressure gentle, use slip with tools, and avoid irritated or broken skin.

01
Start Here2 Steps
Icy-Hot Ritual

The foundational two-formula sequence: Cooling Gel first, Thermal Cream second. A simple sensory contrast ritual for tight-feeling or overworked-feeling body areas.

$49.00
Step 01
Cool
Cooling Gel
Apply first to begin the cooling sensation.
Step 02
Warm
Thermal Cream
Apply after Cooling Gel has settled to finish with warming comfort.
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$7.00
vs individual
02
Desk + Travel3 Steps
Neck + Shoulder Ritual

A slower ritual for neck, shoulder, and upper-back areas that feel tight after desk work, travel, or long days. Use cooling first, optional tools with slip, then warming comfort.

$138.00
Step 01
Cool
Cooling Gel
Apply first to the target area.
Step 02
Massage
Body Gua Sha
Use long, light strokes where comfortable.
Step 03
Warm
Thermal Cream
Apply last to finish the ritual.
Save
$16.00
vs individual
03
Targeted Areas3 Steps
Joint Mobility Ritual

A targeted ritual for areas around knees, hips, shoulders, or ankles when they feel overworked. Keep application external, use tools gently, and avoid direct pressure on joints or irritated skin.

$72.00
Step 01
Cool
Cooling Gel
Apply first around the target area.
Step 02
Massage
Body Cupping Set
Use gentle gliding massage nearby, not over the joint itself.
Step 03
Warm
Thermal Cream
Apply last to finish the ritual.
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$9.00
vs individual
Marin County, California
2021

"The ritual is about contrast and order: cooling first, warming second, with tools only when the body needs more time and attention."

Daniella Inbar, Founder + Formulator

The ritual order

Cool. Massage. Smooth. Warm.

Not every ritual needs every step. Use Cooling Gel and Thermal Cream as the core sequence, then add tools when you want more hands-on body work.

  • 1 Cool
    Cooling GelApply first to begin the cooling sensation.
  • 2 Massage
    Body Cupping SetOptional gliding massage step. Use with slip and keep cups moving.
  • 3 Smooth
    Body Gua ShaOptional long-stroke body tool step. Use light pressure and enough slip.
  • 4 Warm
    Thermal CreamApply last to finish with warming comfort.
  • 5 Repeat
    Cooling Gel or Thermal CreamReapply only as directed on the product label.
FAQ

Muscle + Joint ritual questions, answered.

What order should I use Cooling Gel and Thermal Cream?

Use Cooling Gel first, let it settle, then apply Thermal Cream. Follow the product-label directions and avoid layering on irritated, broken, or freshly shaved skin.

Do I need the body tools?

No. Cooling Gel and Thermal Cream are the core ritual. Body Cupping Set and Body Gua Sha are optional when you want more hands-on massage between the cooling and warming steps.

Where do Body Cupping Set and Body Gua Sha fit?

Use Body Cupping Set as the Massage step and Body Gua Sha as the Smooth step. Both require enough slip and gentle pressure.

Can I use the tools over Cooling Gel or Thermal Cream?

Use caution. Tools should glide without pulling, and some warming or cooling formulas may feel more intense with friction. If skin feels hot, tender, overly red, or uncomfortable, stop and rinse.

Is this for pain, injury, or joint problems?

No. This is a topical body-care ritual for sensory comfort and manual massage. It is not a medical treatment for pain, injury, arthritis, or joint conditions.

How often should I use the Muscle + Joint ritual?

Follow the product-label directions for Cooling Gel and Thermal Cream. Add tools one to two times weekly at first, using gentle pressure and enough slip.

The Science

Temperature contrast can change how a body ritual feels. Keep the claim sensory: cooling first, warming second, tools only when the skin has enough slip.

Read the full research
Cooling Sensation

Cooling Gel begins the ritual with a cooling sensation from ingredients such as menthol. Keep the copy focused on sensory comfort and product order, not medical receptor activation.

Warming Sensation

Thermal Cream finishes the ritual with a warming sensation from ingredients such as capsaicin and ginger. Apply after Cooling Gel has settled, and follow product-label directions.

Tools Between Formulas

Body Cupping Set and Body Gua Sha can be used between cooling and warming when the ritual needs more hands-on massage. Use slip, keep pressure gentle, and avoid irritated, broken, bruised, or sunburned skin.

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