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October 26, 2023 • 
The NOW Massage Midtown Raleigh
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With natural ingredients that soothe both body and mind, this balm will send you into instant relaxation mode.

Photo by The NOW Massage

Slip into bliss with the handmade Hemp Calm Balm from The NOW Massage.

This muscle-soothing salve blends cooling peppermint, warming capsicum, and relaxing ashwagandha with 4mg of broad-spectrum hemp. The result is a deliciously fragrant, multi-purpose muscle rub — perfect for deep relaxation and renewal.

Users love:

  • Calming sensations
  • Reduced tension and stress
  • Reduced pain
  • Restoration of tired muscles

Pick up a jar at The NOW Massage’s Midtown Raleigh boutique (or book a calm balm-enhanced massage for peak enjoyment).

Calm incoming

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