Traditional Black Herbal Plaster Patch with Nanyang Mugwort for Neck Shoulder Knee Joint Warmth External Use

Traditional Black Herbal Plaster (Lao Hei Gao, 老黑膏) is an external-use herbal patch made with Nanyang mugwort (Nanyang Ai Cao, 南阳艾草), a form of Ai Ye (艾叶) from Artemisia argyi. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and associated with warming channels and dispersing cold. This black plaster is traditionally applied externally to the neck, shoulders, lower back, and knees for localized warmth and comfort. It is intended for topical use only and should not be ingested.

Key Selling Points

• External-use traditional black herbal plaster in patch form
• Made with Nanyang mugwort, a well-known Ai Ye (艾叶) regional variety
• Traditionally associated with warming channels and dispersing cold in TCM theory
• Self-adhesive patch suited to neck, shoulder, waist, and knee areas
• Available for wholesale and dropshipping with custom logo printing on request

Quality & Sensory

The plaster is typically black, smooth, and slightly tacky to the touch, with a soft flexible texture that adheres to the skin. It carries a characteristic warm herbal aroma from mugwort. As an external-use product, it is not intended to be tasted or consumed.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External application to the neck and shoulder area
• Topical use on the lower back or waist
• External application around the knees
• Localized warming patch during cold or damp weather
• Home wellness and massage care routines

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine and folk practice, black herbal plasters made with mugwort are applied externally to warm the affected area and support the free flow of qi and blood. They are commonly placed on the neck, shoulders, lower back, and knees, especially during cold or damp seasons. Traditional external pastes of this kind are used alongside rest, massage, and warmth to support everyday comfort.

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