How to Neutralize Bengay

Bengay is a muscle cream used to relieve muscle aches and pain due to arthritis and strain. Bengay's main active ingredients in most of its products are menthol and methyl salicylate. These ingredients usually help to relieve muscle pain, but in some cases they can be too strong depending on the sensitivity and place of application of the user. If you do find that you need to remove Bengay in a hurry, don't worry; chances are you have the solution in your home.

Things You'll Need

• Facial tissue, toilet paper, or paper towels
• Olive oil
• Cotton balls
• Soap
• Towel

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Instructions

• 1

  Blot off any excess Bengay with the facial tissue, toilet paper, or paper towels. Do not rub the affected area, because this could make the Bengay absorb even more into your skin.

• 2

  Saturate a cotton ball in olive oil.

• 3

  Blot the affected area with the saturated cotton ball. Repeat until the burning sensation lessens.

• 4

  Wash the affected area with soap and cool water to remove the olive oil. Use cool water because warm water will open your pores, allowing more Bengay to penetrate the skin.

• 5

  Pat the skin with the towel to dry. Do not rub the towel against the skin.