soaps are made with palm, coconut and olive oils; sodium hydroxide in water, shea butter, therapeutic grade essential oils and specially selected herbs and botanicals. This soap contains a soothing blend of Clove Bud, Sweet Birch, Rosemary, Black Pepper, Coriander and Cypress pure essential oils. These were selected for their warming and pain relieving action as well as their ability to relax the muscles and improve circulation. Use in shower or bath after physical exertion or for general aches and pains.