Cooling feel
Menthol
Menthol
The crystalline compound of the mint family that gives balms their clean, cooling first touch.
Penetrex Balm in Kenya: a fresh herbal balm for knees, back and shoulders
Eucalyptus, lavender, menthol and a gentle warmth in one 50 g tube. Apply a thin layer, press lightly and end the day on a fresh note.
Price in Kenya
5,990 KES
50 g tube · payment on delivery
Confirmation call · Pay on delivery · Name and phone only
- Herbal oils and extracts
- Cool first touch, gentle warmth
- Once or twice a day
You know the feeling: the shoulders after a long matatu ride, the knees after the stairs, the back after a day bent over a table. Penetrex Balm is the little tube that belongs in that moment. Squeeze out what you need, spread it over the area, press lightly and breathe in the fresh scent.
Pay on delivery
Confirmation call, 11:00 to 23:00
50 g tube, pocket-sized
Delivery to your area
50 gtube for external use
6key ingredients, each with its own page
4.7out of 5 from customers
48customer reviews
Penetrex Balm key facts: KES 5,990, 50 g tube, pay on delivery
| Product | Penetrex Balm, a balm for external use |
|---|---|
| Pack | 50 g tube |
| Key ingredients | Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, safflower flower extract, Ligusticum chuanxiong oil, lavender oil, menthol, methyl salicylate |
| Method of use | Thin layer on clean, dry skin over the area, pressed lightly, once or twice a day |
| Scent and feel | Fresh and herbal, cool first, then gently warm |
| Price | KES 5,990 |
| Ordering | Name and phone number, then a confirmation call from an operator |
| Payment | On delivery |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 out of 5 · 48 reviews |
What is Penetrex Balm and why do people like it?
Penetrex Balm is a balm for external use, made for the skin over knees, back, shoulders and neck. It comes in a 50 g tube, the kind that slides into a handbag, a work bag or a drawer at the shop.
Think about how you already care for yourself at the end of a working day: a warm wash, a cup of tea, a few minutes on the sofa. A balm fits right into that moment. It gives your hands something to do, your senses something pleasant to notice, and your evening a clear, calm finish.
The formula blends plant ingredients we know well in Kenya, such as eucalyptus and lavender, with two classic sensation ingredients: menthol for a cool first touch and methyl salicylate for a gentle warmth that follows.
- Plant oils and extracts in a smooth, spreadable base.
- A tube that closes tight and travels easily.
- A routine that takes one minute and no equipment.
Why a balm in a tube fits Kenyan days
Just the amount you need
Squeeze, spread, press. A thin layer covers a knee or a shoulder, so one tube lasts.
A scent you notice
Mint and eucalyptus up front, soft lavender behind. It smells like a herbal garden, not a clinic.
One minute, any hour
Morning before you leave, or evening when you are home. Once or twice a day is the whole routine.
Small enough to carry
At 50 g it fits a jacket pocket, a driver’s door pocket or a market bag.
Plants, scent and a simple routine: that is the whole idea behind Penetrex Balm. Nothing complicated, nothing to prepare.
Who keeps Penetrex Balm close?
People who spend hours on the road
Matatu drivers, boda riders and couriers sit in one position for long stretches. A tube in the door pocket makes the evening routine easy.
People who work with their hands
Farmers, builders, tailors and mechanics ask a lot of their shoulders, knees and backs. The fresh scent is a small reward at the end of the day.
People who sit at a desk
Long hours at a laptop leave the neck and shoulders feeling stiff. Penetrex Balm turns a five-minute break into a proper pause.
What is inside? Six ingredients you can look up
Penetrex Balm is built around plant ingredients and two classic sensation ingredients. Each one has its own short page, so you know what you put on your skin.
Warming feel
Methyl salicylate
Methyl salicylate
The aromatic compound of wintergreen oil, used in rubs for its warm, minty-sweet scent and gentle warming feel.
Fresh aroma
Eucalyptus globulus leaf
Eucalyptus globulus leaf
Blue gum leaf, a tree that lines Kenyan highways and farms, brings the green, camphor-fresh note of the balm.
Soft floral note
Lavender oil
Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil
English lavender oil rounds off the sharp edges of mint and eucalyptus with a soft, calm, floral scent.
Botanical extract
Safflower flower extract
Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) flower extract
The orange flower heads of safflower, a plant grown for its oil and its colour, contribute a botanical extract to the formula.
Traditional herbal note
Ligusticum chuanxiong oil
Ligusticum chuanxiong oil
Oil from the rhizome of Sichuan lovage, an aromatic root used for centuries in traditional Chinese herbal practice.
The base is made of water, glycerin and plant-derived texture ingredients, and the complete list is printed on the carton. See the full ingredient list.
How to use Penetrex Balm in 5 easy steps
Clean and dry
Wash the skin over the area of discomfort and dry it well.
Take the amount you need
Squeeze out the quantity you need from the tube. A thin layer is enough.
Apply directly
Spread the balm directly over the area of discomfort.
Press lightly
Gently press the balm onto the skin so that it settles and stays in place.
Once or twice a day
Use it once or twice a day, depending on how strong the discomfort feels.
One tube. One minute. A fresher end to your day.
5,990 KES
50 g tube · confirmation call · payment on delivery in Kenya
Get Penetrex Balm for KES 5,990Penetrex Balm price: KES 5,990, with payment on delivery
One 50 g tube of Penetrex Balm costs KES 5,990. There is no card to enter and no account to create. You leave your name and phone number, an operator calls you, and you pay when the parcel reaches you.
- The operator confirms your order and the delivery to your area by phone.
- Calls come between 11:00 and 23:00 Nairobi time, so there is time to answer in the evening.
- Delivery terms and any delivery cost for your area are confirmed in the call.
- A few areas, such as Marsabit, Garissa or Lamu, are confirmed individually by the operator.
Order Penetrex Balm in 3 steps
Leave your details
Your name and Kenyan mobile number. It takes less than a minute.
Take the confirmation call
An operator confirms your order, your area and the delivery details.
Receive and pay
The parcel arrives, you check it, and you pay on delivery.
Our editorial rating: 4.7 out of 5
Editorial rating by the Penetrex Balm Kenya team, based on format, scent, ingredient list, daily routine and ordering process. It is separate from the customer rating below.
What customers say: 4.7/5 from 48 reviews
4.7/5
48 customer reviews
5 ★71 %
4 ★29 %
Wanjiru Kamau
Nairobi
Customer review ★★★★★
Fresh scent, easy routine
The scent is fresh and herbal, mint and eucalyptus together. I put a thin layer on my knees after work and it feels cool first, then pleasantly warm. It has become part of my evening.
Brian Otieno
Kisumu
Customer review ★★★★★
Fits in my work bag
The tube slips into my bag without any fuss. Clean skin, a little balm, press lightly, done. I like how simple the routine is after a long day behind the wheel.
Mercy Chebet
Eldoret
Customer review ★★★★☆
Smooth ordering
I left my name and number, the operator called the same evening and was patient with my questions. The tube arrived sealed and I paid when it reached me. The scent is lovely.
Peter Mwangi
Nakuru
Customer review ★★★★★
My evening balm
After a day on my feet in the shop I rub a little on my shoulders and neck. The cooling feel is the first thing I notice and it is very pleasant.
Faith Achieng
Homa Bay
Customer review ★★★★★
Pleasant and calming
The lavender note makes it feel calm, not harsh like some rubs I have tried. I apply it before bed and enjoy the routine.
Samuel Kiprono
Kericho
Customer review ★★★★★
Good after farm work
I apply it in the evening after the shamba. A thin layer goes a long way, so the tube feels generous. The mint and eucalyptus smell is very fresh.
Grace Njeri
Thika
Customer review ★★★★☆
Delivery a little later
Delivery took a couple of extra days because I am outside the town centre, but the operator kept me informed and the parcel arrived neat. I enjoy the fresh scent.
David Ochieng
Mombasa
Customer review ★★★★★
Simple and tidy
It is easy to squeeze out the amount I need and it spreads smoothly. I put it on my lower back in the evening and the cool-then-warm feeling is something I look forward to.
Esther Wambui
Nyeri
Customer review ★★★★★
Reminds me of home remedies
The smell takes me back to the herbal rubs my grandmother kept, but cleaner and fresher. I use it once or twice a day on my knees.
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Care guides for joints and muscles in Kenya
Penetrex Balm is one part of a comfortable day. We also write practical guides on moving well, setting up your seat and building a calm evening routine, written for how people really live and work in Kenya.
Use it comfortably: simple safety
Penetrex Balm is for the skin only. Keep it away from your eyes, lips and the inside of your nose, do not apply it to broken or irritated skin, and wash your hands afterwards. It contains menthol and methyl salicylate, so people who are allergic to aspirin or other salicylates, who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or who are thinking of using it on a child should ask a doctor or pharmacist first.
If your skin turns red, itchy or uncomfortable, wash the balm off with mild soap and water and stop using it. The safety page covers every precaution in detail.
Questions about Penetrex Balm, answered
What is Penetrex Balm used for?
Penetrex Balm is a 50 g balm for external use. You apply a thin layer to the skin over the area where your knees, back, shoulders or neck feel tired or stiff after a long day. It is made to be part of a simple evening routine: a fresh, herbal scent of eucalyptus and lavender, a cool first touch from menthol and a gentle warmth from methyl salicylate.
How much does Penetrex Balm cost in Kenya?
The price is KES 5,990 for one 50 g tube. After you leave your name and phone number, an operator calls you to confirm the order, the delivery to your area and the payment, and you pay on delivery. See the price page for the full picture.
What is in Penetrex Balm?
The main ingredients are Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, safflower flower extract, Ligusticum chuanxiong oil, lavender oil, menthol and methyl salicylate in a base of water, glycerin and plant-derived texture ingredients. The full ingredient list, as printed on the carton, is on the ingredients page.
How do I use Penetrex Balm?
Clean and dry the skin over the area, take the amount of balm you need, spread it directly over the area and press lightly so it settles. Use it once or twice a day, depending on how strong the discomfort feels. Wash your hands afterwards. The how-to-use page has the five steps and tips for each area.
How do I order Penetrex Balm?
Leave your name and Kenyan mobile number in the form on this page. An operator calls between 11:00 and 23:00 Nairobi time to confirm your details, and the parcel is delivered to your area. You pay when you receive it.
Is Penetrex Balm a medicine?
No. Penetrex Balm is a balm for external use. It is not a medicine and does not replace medical treatment. If pain is severe, lasts, or comes with swelling, fever or numbness, please see a doctor.
Who should be careful with Penetrex Balm?
The balm contains methyl salicylate, menthol and plant oils. People who are allergic to aspirin or other salicylates, who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or who want to use a balm on a child should ask a doctor or pharmacist first. Keep the balm away from the eyes and broken skin. The safety page lists every precaution.
Can I buy Penetrex Balm in a pharmacy or on Jumia?
Penetrex Balm is ordered through the order page of this site, which gives you the confirmation call and delivery to your area. The where to buy page explains how this works and what to check on any listing you see elsewhere.
Order Penetrex Balm today: KES 5,990, pay on delivery
Leave your name and mobile number. An operator calls to confirm the order and the delivery to your area, and you pay when the tube reaches your hands.
- KES 5,990 for the 50 g tube
- Payment on delivery, no card needed
- Confirmation call from 11:00 to 23:00 Nairobi time
Price in Kenya
5,990 KES
50 g tube · payment on delivery
Confirmation call · Pay on delivery · Name and phone only