Evil Bone Water, or as it was originally called, Zheng Xie Gu Shui or Zheng Gu Shui, is a powerful Chinese liniment used for relieving pain, reducing inflammation and accelerating recovery. Literally translated, Zheng Gu Shui means “bone-setting liquid.” Its name proved challenging for Westerners to recall. Eventually, the liniment was coined “Evil Bone Water” (EBW) by herbalists and this quirky nickname stuck.
For centuries, families and martial arts lineages guarded their Zheng Gu Shui recipes like fighting secrets. The formula spread through practitioners across China, each version slightly different, each adapted to local herbs and techniques.
Today, most commercially available Zheng Gu Shui has been stripped down to just 7 of its original 26 ingredients to meet mass market demand. But Evil Bone Water is different. It restores the full formula with imperial-grade sourcing and a traditional double-extraction process.
With a unique blend of ingredients, this spray offers strong heating and cooling sensations for immediate comfort. Its quick drying formula makes application easy and convenient, even for those with busy lifestyles. EBW is not just a pain relief product. It also opens pores for improved absorption when combined with other products.
An important factor when assessing pain is determining whether that injury is topical or superficial. A lot of damage to the tendons and ligaments, such as the hands, elbows, neck, ankles and feet, can be very superficial. The more superficial something is, the better results you’ll get with a topical analgesic. If the wound is very deep, EBW must work harder to penetrate through several layers of tissue, including your skin layer and cutaneous fascia tissues, before it is absorbed into your muscles. This is also why topical EBW can be so soothing for inflamed and itchy skin, like bug bites, hives and shingles.
EBW can be used to relieve muscle and joint pain, reduce inflammation, speed the healing of bruises and sprains, enhance recovery from workouts, improve circulation and support joint health. EBW is fact acting, all natural, safe and dries quickly.
Depending on the issue, there are several ways to utilize EBW.
1. Direct Application / Spray On – Apply EBW directly to the affected area up to 4 times daily. Spray or pour onto a cotton ball and rub in fully. Allow the formula to dry naturally. Removing it too early stops it from working. It is best absorbed into warm skin after a shower or light massage.
2. Compression Wrap Method – Saturate a cotton ball or gauze pad with EBW. Apply the cotton ball or gauze pad to the area and wrap lightly for 30–90 minutes. This is especially effective for tendon injuries, fractures and stubborn chronic pain. Do not use plastic wrap. Use a cotton, bamboo or linen wrap instead. Let the formula breathe.
3. Layering / Combination Method – Apply EBW first, allowing its alcohol base to open the skin barrier. Then layer an oil or salve over the top. This dramatically increases absorption of the second product.
4. Soaking Method – Add EBW to a basin of warm water. Soak hands or feet for targeted relief of arthritis, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis and neuropathy. Warm water increases blood flow, allowing the formula to penetrate more deeply.
As you can see, Evil Bone Water is one of those products that should be in everyone’s medicine cabinet. Don’t let pain stop you from living your life to the fullest. Pick up a bottle of Evil Bone Water today!