I am a proud stockest of Evil bone water - EBW!  currently only available by collecting in person – but message me and I’m sure we can figure it out (clinic is by appointment only).

Please note the majority of the information here is taken directly from the manufacturer himself – the (infamous in my world) Dr. Mark T. Brinson at www.evilbonewater.com.

Common Uses:

He has spent time perfecting a brilliant, potent, ethical, environmentally conscious version of the 500 year old formula: Zheng Xie Gu Shui, a topical liniment, using Chinese herbs of the highest quality.

It is a no nonsense pain killer 500 years in the making! !!! One that provides almost instantaneous relief to a whole multitude of types of pain, yes it smells strong, but wow it works!!! Not only does it kill pain, but it can be applied for cuts, to broken bones to help them heal quicker, skin conditions and to help clear up and prevent infections (it might nip a bit on broken skin).  It speeds up the healing of bruises  (I should really have taken before and afters.. but hey!)

How to apply Evil Bone Water – EBW.

How to apply – for the vast majority of people I strongly recommend (and also give for free) the spray top lid, as that means you are less likely to get it on your fingers (feel free to ask me WHY its important to not get it on your fingers!!).  For somewhere like on the face, where you absolutely DO NOT want to risk it getting into your eyes I would suggest some cotton balls.

1. Apply to cotton ball/gauze or flannel (or spray directly!)
2. Apply to affected area – can hold the compress against for a minimum of 2 minutes to a max of 90 - better for broken skin as will be less nippy!
3. Enjoy the cooling, warming and numbing effect for approx. 45 mins (honestly, for my sore neck once a day is enough - and yes I do need to source new pillows)
4. Repeat approximately 2-4 times a day.

Spray from approx. 3-5 centimetres away from your skin over the area of discomfort. The initial sensation is typically quite cold (it is a cold liquid after all!) but soon creates a lovely warm tingling sensation that you can feel penetrating deeply into the muscle layers.

The ingredients of Evil Bone Water EBW

The ingredients (words and images credit to and taken directly from www.evilbonewater.com) are a combination of powerful herbs that help to not only provide instant relief, but actually get to work treating the underlying cause - the ‘Ben’ (the root of the problem – which is also what I as you acupuncturist am always aiming to do – treat the root rather than mask the symptoms Biao).

Most of my garden minded patients love to find out there IS after all a good use for Japanese Knotweed!!

• Tian Qi (San-Qi Ginseng)
  • It’s magic! This is the only herb we use that is not imperial grade. Imperial grade San Qi can cause thousands of dollars for a singular root. Ours is about the size of a golf ball, and a grade I would feel comfortable giving my grandmother. From Yunnan province. Stops bleeding, reduces swelling, alleviates pain, dissolves clots.
• Gui Pi (Cinnamon)
  • Has very few medicinal qualities until the tree becomes 5-15 years old and the medicine resides in the twigs and stems. After 15 years, the medicinal components migrate to the bark.Our supply comes from 30 year old trees from the mountains of Guanzhong.
• Zhang Nao (Camphor) 
  • Natural; can only be sourced from trees in South East Asia. Has a heating or cooling property that changes with friction. Expels wind and damp. Moves the blood to alleviate pain and swelling.
• Bo He Nao (Menthol)
  • The Natural form has large white crystals at room temperature. Cools and vents the body. Clears the head. Relieves stagnation.
• Hu Zhang (Japanese Knotweed Root)
  • In the Tumeric family, this herb moves the blood, dispels dampness and pain, clears heat, and removes toxins.
• E Zhu (Zedoary)
  • Cousins to Ginger and Tumeric, E Zhu breaks up blood stasis, dissolves accumulations and promotes movement to alleviate pain.
• Bai Zhi (Angelica)
  • Grown in warm regions of China. Expels wind, alleviates pain, reduces swelling, and expels pus. Also, expels dampness and alleviates discharge.
• Ji Gu Xiang (Croton)
  • A rare herb in the Croton family. Relieve qi and blood stagnation, promote healing. 
• Qian Jin Ba (Flemingia Root)
  • Dispels damp. Warms and removes obstruction to alleviate pain.
• Bai Nui Dan (Elecampane)
  • A very rare flowering bush that is wild-crafted in the mountains of Tibet. Locally and sustainably sourced. It provides many of the antihistamine, skin, and inflammation reducing properties. Very hard, if not impossible to source in the U.S.
• High-Quality Alcohol
  • We never use commercial, food-grade ethanol. We only use high-quality, potable grain alcohol 190 proof.

Cautions when using Evil Bone Water

• It contains alcohol
• It shouldn’t be applied directly to the abdomen in pregnancy.
• It will nip on open skin.
• WASH YOUR HANDS if you touch it – you do not want to be going to the loo directly after application without washing your hands first – trust me!
• It smells a bit weird – personally I love it – but its not for everyone!
• Repeated use can dry out the skin – if using for prolonged period apply moisturiser between/after it's been absorbed.
• It can stain skin and clothing so allow to dry before putting clothes on top if concerned.

Want to know more or try it for yourself drop me a message.

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