DIY ‘Kitty Balm’ Recipe (like Tiger Balm®) for sore muscles AND My New Kitchen Scale!

Last updated on March 10, 2025 by Jess Healey
Originally published on February 27, 2017

[cs_content][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”Intro” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 20px 0px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/2″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text][dropcap]I[/dropcap] have a super fun and handy DIY for you today, friends. If you suffer from sore muscles, joint pains, back pains, arthritis, etc…then this easy and effective DIY recipe is for you. No, it’s NOT for your kitty cat. Do you get my plan on words with the title? Okay, more on that shortly… but first, let me tell you about MY NEW SCALE, crucial to have on hand for any of the DIY recipes you find on my blog. If you do a fair amount of DIYing in your home, you NEED a scale. Seriously. My kitchen scales get a workout, that’s for sure. From food recipes to DIY, it is constantly out on my counter.[/cs_text][/cs_column][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/2″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”https://pronounceskincare.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Kitty-Balm-Tiger-Balm-Pronounce-Skincare-DIY-Blog-Shop.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” _label=”New Item 2″ style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]The scale I had been using was on its last legs. Actually, truth be told, it had lost its legs a few months ago. Haha! No, seriously… the legs fell off!!! So, when I had the chance to review a new scale, I jumped on it …and I am soooo happy that I did![/cs_text][cs_text]Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”MIRA Kitchen scale” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(180, 100%, 25%);”]MIRA Glass Digital Kitchen Scale[/x_custom_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][cs_text]

The MIRA Glass Digital Kitchen Scale operates like many other kitchen scales, but it is MUCH more user-friendly.

[/cs_text][x_image type=”none” src=”https://pronounceskincare.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/kitty-balm-kitchen-scale-Pronounce-Skincare-DIY-Blog-Shop.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][x_feature_list][x_feature_box title=”The weighing surface is extra large.” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”numbers” graphic_size=”40px” graphic_shape=”circle” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(180, 100%, 25%)” align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”0px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#272727″]My old scale’s surface was about 5×5 inches. This scale’s weighing surface is about 5×10 inches. This is MUCH better when using a large bowl, as it’s easier to see the display.[/x_feature_box][x_feature_box title=”Flat weighing surface.” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”numbers” graphic_size=”40px” graphic_shape=”circle” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(180, 100%, 25%)” align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”0px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#272727″]Also, my old scale had a raised platform. Not good, as some bulky things were difficult to fit on the raised platform AND they would cover up the display. So, not only is this scale’s weighing surface larger, it is a flat weighing surface; which is super handy![/x_feature_box][x_feature_box title=”LED display” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”numbers” graphic_size=”40px” graphic_shape=”circle” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(180, 100%, 25%)” align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”0px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#272727″]My old scale had a hard-to-read display. It had dark gray numbers on a light gray background; not ideal in some lightning. This scale has a super cool blue LED display. I feel all fancy when I use it. [/x_feature_box][x_feature_box title=”Batteries” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”numbers” graphic_size=”40px” graphic_shape=”circle” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(180, 100%, 25%)” align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”0px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#272727″]A couple of months ago I was frantically trying to finish weighing some skincare packages that HAD to go out that day. The post office was closing soon and I had to get there before the truck left. What happens? Of course, my scale dies. Alright, no problem; I’ll just change the batteries!Oh wait… that IS a problem because it takes one of those large round batteries that costs an arm and a leg. Of course, I did NOT have one of those laying around. This MIRA Scale takes 3 AAA batteries, which are included. Yes, I DO have those laying around.[/x_feature_box][x_feature_box title=”Super thin” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”numbers” graphic_size=”40px” graphic_shape=”circle” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(180, 100%, 25%)” align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”0px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#272727″]Finally, storage of this MIRA scale could not be more easy. It is super-de-duper thin, so it can slide into many small places in your cabinets (unless you keep yours on the counter, like me…and in that case, it’s really pretty to leave out and show off).[/x_feature_box][/x_feature_list][x_blockquote cite=”” type=”center”]Would I Buy This Scale?[/x_blockquote][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” _label=”New Item 2″ style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”https://pronounceskincare.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/kitty-balm-kitchen-scale-Pronounce-Skincare-DIY-Blog-Shop-2.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” _label=”New Item 3″ style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Alright, so my old scale on a 1-10 scale (1 is the worst)… I’d rate it a 6. I mean, it did its job, but it was big and clunky, hard to read, took a funky battery, etc.

My new MIRA Glass Digital Scale? Totally a 10. I have had absolutely NO problems with it. It weighs perfectly in grams, ounces, and pounds, is slim for storage, it is pretty, I LOVE the flat glass weighing surface, the LED is great, and it has performed perfectly for me.

Now onward to my exciting Kitty Balm recipe where you can use this lovely kitchen scale.[/cs_text][x_line style=”border-top-width: 1px;width: 100%;”][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”DIY Kitty Balm” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” _label=”New Item 2″ style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(110, 32%, 62%);”]DIY Kitty Balm (like Tiger Balm®)[/x_custom_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text][dropcap]Y[/dropcap]ou may have heard of Tiger Balm^®. It’s one of those lovely concoctions that helps people with sore muscles, cramps, arthritis, joint pain, etc. The problem with Tiger Balm^®? Ugh… once again, it’s one of those products that has great intentions, but cuts corners with unsavory ingredients. Boo! I know that I do not want to put paraffin petroleum on my skin! Also, from where do they source their dementholized mint oil? I’ve learned that the quality of these oils varies widely¹. Besides, it’s not a necessary ingredient, friends… so WHY put it in there!? I’ve got you covered. Follow this easy recipe and you’ll get those muscles feeling relief in no time flat.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”Recipe” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column bg_color=”hsla(110, 32%, 62%, 0.34)” fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ class=”cs-ta-left” style=”padding: 6px 20px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” class=”cs-ta-left”]

DIY Kitty Balm (like Tiger Balm®) (6OZ)

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Supplies/Ingredients

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• Double-boiler (I just make my own with a glass bowl over a pot of shallow simmering water)
• Kitchen scale (like this scale, of course!)
• Container (Mountain Rose Herbs carries various types of containers)

• 2oz Beeswax (Pronounce Skincare beeswax)
• 1oz Shea Butter (this is my favorite shea butter, hands down)
• 2oz Carrier Oil (I use apricot oil in this recipe, but you could use almond, jojoba, etc; view carrier oils here)
• Essential Oils: Lavender, Niaouli, Eucalyptus, Cajeput, & Blue Chamomile

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• Measure all ingredients (except essential oils!) on your scale in your glass bowl
• Melt down in your double boiler
• Remove once melted and allow to cool (do NOT put your essential oils in when it’s still screaming hot)
• After a few minutes, add your essential oils
  • Lavender- 20 drops
  • Niaouli- 12 drops
  • Eucalyptus- 12 drops
  • Cajeput- 15 drops
  • Blue Chamomile- 5 drops
• Pour into your container where it will set up in a few minutes

NOTE: The recipe above will create an ointment that is very thick. You really have to scoop it out of your container. BUT I like having a thick one for something like this. Since you are trying to help out  sore muscles, you’ll want to rub it in… really massage it in! So, if it’s thicker, you can really work it in nicely.

If you want it to be more of the consistency of a lip balm, for instance, simply add another 1oz or so of oil.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”Why these essential oils” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(180, 100%, 25%);”]Why Those Essential Oils?[/x_custom_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][x_accordion][x_accordion_item title=”Lavender” open=”true”]

Calming and it smells delish! Read more about lavender essential oil here.

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• Niaouli– Antispasmodic & stimulant (decrease muscle spasms, yet keep blood flowing).
• Eucalyptus– Antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, and much more. It’s super-de-duper great for aching muscles.
• Cajeput– Holds many of the same properties as ones listed above, but also creates a sensation of warmth when applied.

Click the names of these three EOs to learn more about them.[/x_accordion_item][x_accordion_item title=”Blue Chamomile (German Chamomile)” open=”false”]Calming properties, anti-inflammatory, and it smells incredibly DELISH!!! It is one of my favorite essential oils. Learn more about German Chamomile here.

I purchase almost all of my essential oils here.[/x_accordion_item][/x_accordion][x_blockquote cite=”” type=”center”]Ta-da! Now, rub some on yourself and let the ingredients do their magic. Help it along with a nice massage![/x_blockquote][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”Signature” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”4/5″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” class=”cs-ta-right”]xo,[/x_custom_headline][/cs_column][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/5″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”https://pronounceskincare.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Pronounce-Shop-DIY-Blog-Jessica-Healey-signature.png” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ _label=”Shop” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”2/3″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h6″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(110, 32%, 62%);”]Not feeling particularly DIYish?[/x_custom_headline][cs_text]Simply not enough hours in the day? Pinning more than you could ever tackle these days? No worries. I have got you covered.

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