Human bodies are incredibly complex. Sometimes, having a medical condition isn’t even required to experience random pain in the strangest places. That’s when pain relief patches come in handy, offering a modern solution that surpasses traditional remedies. Say goodbye to the old-fashioned treatments our grandparents relied on that never really worked. Pain relief patches are an innovative and convenient solution for managing various types of pain, from simple muscle aches to more serious conditions. All you have to do is stick these best pain relief patches in Singapore wherever your ouchie might be and let the medicine and technology it contains do their magic.

The Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

1. Counterpain Patch for Pain Relief

These pain relief patches from Counterpain help to ease muscular and joint pain from conditions such as lumbago, bruises, sprains, stiff shoulders, and more. They’re made with flexible, high-quality tape materials that have a smooth and soft texture, so they’ll stay on securely through any movement, making them perfect for joints and folds. These patches are also enriched with Vitamin E, providing extra care for your skin.

Why we love it:

  • Made with flexible elastic
  • Contains Vitamin E
  • Available in Hot Patch

Cons:

  • Only contains four patches per package

Price: $5.05

Where to buy: Watsons

2. Starbalm Aqua Gel Heat Patch

Starbalm’s Aqua Gel Heat Patches are made with sporty people in mind. If your muscles are in pain or overtired after a lengthy workout session, these pain relief patches are for you. As these aqua gel heat patches are water-based, they will not cause irritation, catering to those with sensitive skin. Using heat therapy, these patches will gently warm the affected area for hours, providing you with pain relief so you can go about your day.

Why we love it:

  • Made to be applied after workouts
  • Water-based patches
  • Camphor-free

Cons:

  • Only contains four packs per package

Price: $5.90

Where to buy: Watsons

3. Koli Classic (Strong Power) Pain Relief Plaster

The brand Koli was founded right here in Singapore by Chinese physician Master Chen. Koli’s products utilise a pain relief formulation of traditional Chinese herbs that has remained a family secret for over 100 years. Amongst their wide range of pain relief patches, we’re partial to the Classic version shown above. Made with menthol oil, these patches help to relieve any muscle-related inflammation, including hangover aches.

Why we love it:

  • Local company
  • Contains menthol oil
  • Available in multiple different versions

Cons:

  • Only contains five patches per package

Price: $7.97

Where to buy: Fair Price

4. KPLASS Knee Pain Relief Patch

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

If you’re under 30 years old, enjoy your healthy knees while you still can — they’re often the first joints to start hurting as we age. Before you know it, you’ll start buying KPLASS’ Knee Pain Relief Patch by the bucket load. These patches combine traditional Chinese medicine and infrared heating to relieve pain. The far-infrared ceramic powder emits penetrating radiation that activates cells, improves blood circulation, and enhances metabolism, alleviating pain in the knees.

Why we love it:

  • Made specifically to relieve knee pains
  • Infrared heating
  • Made with skin-friendly non-woven fabric

Cons:

  • Only contains six patches per package

Price: $11.35

Where to buy: Watsons

5. Salonpas 30 Pain Relief Patch – Painless

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

If you’re unfortunate enough to require pain relief patches near daily, we recommend getting Salonpas’ 30 Pain Relief Patch, as it comes with 20 patches per package. Each patch contains organic ingredients that are gentle on the skin. If your body aches due to muscle fatigue, muscle pain, stiff shoulders, backaches, bruises, sprains, strains, or arthritis, these Salonpas patches will save the day. Simply peel the centre film, place it on the affected area, and slide the film backward before sliding the other film forward.

Why we love it:

  • Contains 20 patches
  • Contains organic ingredients
  • Available in Hot Patch

Cons:

  • The patches are small in size so it’s recommended to apply more than one, depending on the size of your affected area

Price: $7.22

Where to buy: Fair Price

6. Blood BackHeat Back Pain Relief

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

Blood’s BackHeat Back Pain Relief releases heat quickly and steadily for up to 12 hours, ensuring all-day comfort, which comes in handy if you’re constantly on-the-go. These patches are also odourless and made using medical-grade adhesives from Japan, so they can be reapplied to your skin multiple times without causing irritation. These BackHeat patches are large in size, so you can split them into two for targeted pain relief across different pain points on your back.

Why we love it:

  • Lasts up to 12 hours
  • Odourless and super sticky
  • Large size so it covers a wider area on your body

Cons:

  • Only contains two patches per package

Price: $4.95

Where to buy: Watsons

7. Labottach Anti Migraine Hydrogel Cooling Patch

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

Are you constantly plagued with migraines? Labottach’s Anti-Migraine Hydrogel Cooling Patch is here to help you swiftly get rid of migraines and headaches alike. It soothes affected areas with natural peppermint oil and citrus peel extract, preventing muscle contractions and stimulating blood flow for up to six hours. These patches have skin-friendly pH formulas that prevent irritation, all while delivering a cooling and numbing sensation to your poor, throbbing temples.

Why we love it:

  • Made specifically to relieve migraines
  • Contains peppermint oil and citrus peel extract
  • Contains 12 patches

Cons:

  • Non versatile — can’t be used for muscle pains

Price: $9.90

Where to buy: Fair Price

8. Ammeltz Yoko Yoko Heat Theory Concentrated Heat Sensation Female Abdomen Pain Relief Patch

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

We can’t forget the monthly agony women have to endure. These large, curved heat patches from Ammeltz are designed specifically to stick to the female abdomen. These patches are air-activated, warming the body with heat exceeding 50°C and lasting for ten hours. With a thin, odourless, and simple design, they contain no fragrances or medicinal ingredients, making them convenient to carry in your bag, always ready for that time of the month. Say goodbye to menstrual pain!

Why we love it:

  • Made to combat menstrual pain
  • Lasts up to ten hours
  • Curved design that sticks well to the abdomen

Cons:

  • Only contains two patches per package

Price: $4.60

Where to buy: Watsons

9. Tiger Balm Plaster (Warm)

Best Pain Relief Patches in Singapore

Calling all office workers, do you often find yourself incapacitated by stiff necks from staring at the computer all day? Slap on a Tiger Balm Plaster to the back of your neck for a uniquely soothing experience that helps to relieve your stiff neck and any other muscular aches you might have. These patches are made with hydrogel technology and a breathable, non-woven material that’s easy to apply, leaves no residue, and is perfect for everyday use.

Why we love it:

  • Hydrogel technology
  • Helps with stiff necks
  • Comes in large and small versions

Cons:

  • Only contains three patches per package

Price: $5.70

Where to buy: Watsons

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