A few weeks ago, I experienced a pretty unexpected and painful trauma to my underarm (yes, it was as awful as it sounds — and if you're curious, I’ve included some photos below). Between the swelling, bruising, and general discomfort, I knew I needed more than just rest and ice. So, I reached out to two people I really trust for skincare and wellness advice.
Both gave me the exact same recommendation:
- SBC Skincare Arnica Gel during the day
- SBC’s new Prolagel at night
I’ve loved
SBC products for a while, so I had no hesitation. Here's how I used both — and why I’ll keep them in my recovery kit from now on.
Step 1: Arnica Gel – Daytime Relief & Soothing
What it is:
A lightweight, fast-absorbing gel enriched with Arnica Montana extract. Known for its calming, anti-inflammatory properties, Arnica is often recommended for bruises, muscle aches, tension, and post-exercise soreness.
How I used it:
Applied it generously to the affected area 2–3 times during the day. It absorbed quickly, wasn’t sticky, and instantly soothed that deep, dull ache from the bruising.
Over a few days, I noticed the swelling start to reduce, and the dark purple tones faded faster than I expected.
It’s become a go-to for any general body soreness now — not just injury-related!
Step 2: Prolagel – Nighttime Recovery & Skin Firming
What it is:
A new addition to the SBC range, Prolagel is also a lightweight gel — but this one is focused on visibly firming, toning, and supporting areas with sagging or stretched skin. It’s packed with Proline, an amino acid that promotes collagen production — making it ideal for healing, post-weight-loss skin, or after pregnancy.
How I used it:
I applied Prolagel before bed, once the Arnica had fully absorbed. It helped keep the area moisturized overnight and supported the skin’s natural repair process.
Over a couple of weeks, the bruising had mostly faded, and the skin in that area felt firmer and looked smoother.
As you can see, over a short-period of time, things started to really improve and the end result is no bruise, no swelling and no marks left on the skin.
Why Use Both Products Together?
Using these two products together really sped up the healing process. Here's why the combo works so well:
Arnica Gel and Prolagel together
- Calms inflammation and reduces discomfort
- Supports skin elasticity and firmness
- Targets bruising, swelling, muscle tension
- Helps improve the appearance of scars and stretched skin
- Great for daytime use
- Perfect for overnight recovery, it is non-greasy, absorbs fast, lightweight, deeply hydrating
If you're recovering from an injury, dealing with muscle fatigue, or supporting post-weight loss or post-baby skin, this combo is a game-changer.
Final Thoughts
I’m always cautious about what I recommend — but SBC Skincare’s Arnica Gel and Prolagel are genuinely two of the best products I’ve used for real, visible results. Whether you're managing bruises, body tension, or loose skin, this duo delivers.
I’ll never be without them again.
Have you tried SBC’s gels? Drop your experience in the comments — or reach out if you have questions about how I used them.
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