Spruce cream

Smrekovit 365 creams are fast-absorbing formulations for external use. Smrekovit 365 Prima and 365 Ekstra contain spruce resin, while 365 Alter contains boswellia resin.

They differ in composition, sensation during application and method of use. The comparison below will help you choose the appropriate version.

Use in practice

Which spruce cream should you choose?

Short answer: the choice depends mainly on the type of resin and the sensation you want during application.

  • Smrekovit 365 Prima contains spruce resin without added menthol or camphor. It is suitable when you want a fast-absorbing cream without a cooling sensation.
  • Smrekovit 365 Ekstra contains spruce resin together with added menthol and camphor, which provide a cooling sensation when applied. It is used directly and not together with Smrekovit Kontakt.
  • Smrekovit 365 Alter contains boswellia resin and does not contain spruce resin. It is intended for users who do not want to use spruce resin.

Smrekovit 365 Prima and 365 Alter can also be used together with Smrekovit Kontakt when you want to keep the cream on the selected area for longer.

Compare creams in more detail

Contents

Smrekovit 365 Prima, Ekstra and Alter – comparison

All three creams are intended for external and local use and are quickly absorbed. They differ mainly in the type of resin, the addition of menthol and camphor, and the sensation during application. Their key differences are summarised below.

Tuba kreme s smrekovo smolo Smrekovit 365 Prima

Smrekovit 365 Prima

Brez mentola in kafre

Krema s smrekovo smolo za zunanjo in lokalno uporabo. Hitro se vpije in omogoča enostavno večkratno nanašanje. Uporablja se samostojno ali skupaj z oblogo Smrekovit Kontakt.

  • Vsebuje smrekovo smolo
  • Zunanja in lokalna uporaba
  • Enostavno večkratno nanašanje
  • Možnost uporabe z oblogo
More about 365 Prima
Tuba kreme s smrekovo smolo, kafro in mentolom Smrekovit 365 Ekstra

Smrekovit 365 Ekstra

Občutek hlajenja

Krema s smrekovo smolo ter dodanima mentolom in kafro za zunanjo in lokalno uporabo. Hitro se vpije, ob nanosu pa daje občutek hlajenja, katerega zaznava se lahko med uporabniki razlikuje.

  • Vsebuje smrekovo smolo
  • Dodana mentol in kafra
  • Občutek hlajenja pri nanosu
  • Zunanja in lokalna uporaba

Ne uporabljajte skupaj z oblogo Smrekovit Kontakt.

More about 365 Ekstra
Tuba kreme s smolo bosvelije Smrekovit 365 Alter

Smrekovit 365 Alter

Brez smrekove smole

Krema s smolo bosvelije za zunanjo in lokalno uporabo. Hitro se vpije in ne pušča mastnega občutka. Ne vsebuje smrekove smole, mentola ali kafre.

  • Vsebuje smolo bosvelije
  • Ne vsebuje smrekove smole
  • Brez mentola in kafre
  • Enostavno večkratno nanašanje
More about 365 Alter
Applying Smrekovit 365 Prima spruce resin cream

Cream with spruce resin

Smrekovit 365 Prima

Fast-absorbing cream without menthol and camphor

Smrekovit 365 Prima is a cream with spruce resin for external and local use. It spreads easily, absorbs quickly and does not leave a noticeably greasy feeling. It can be used on its own or together with Smrekovit Kontakt.

  • Contains spruce resin
  • Without added menthol and camphor
  • Absorbs quickly and spreads easily
  • Suitable for repeated local application
  • Can be used with Smrekovit Kontakt
  • 150 mL pack
Important: spruce resin may cause an unwanted reaction in sensitive individuals. Before first using the cream on a larger area, test it on a small area.
Applying Smrekovit 365 Ekstra cream to the thigh

Spruce resin cream with menthol and camphor

Smrekovit 365 Ekstra

Fast-absorbing cream for a cooling sensation

Smrekovit 365 Ekstra is a cream with spruce resin and added menthol and camphor for external and local use. It absorbs quickly, while menthol and camphor provide a cooling sensation when applied, which may be perceived differently by individual users.

  • Contains spruce resin
  • Added menthol and camphor
  • Cooling sensation during application
  • Absorbs quickly and spreads easily
  • Used directly, without a wrap
  • 150 mL pack
Important: do not use 365 Ekstra cream together with the Smrekovit Kontakt wrap. Spruce resin, menthol or camphor may cause an unwanted reaction in sensitive individuals. Before first using the cream on a larger area, test it on a small area.
Smrekovit 365 Alter cream with boswellia resin, squeezed out next to the tube

Cream with boswellia resin

Smrekovit 365 Alter

Fast-absorbing cream without spruce resin

Smrekovit 365 Alter is a cream with boswellia resin for external and local use. It absorbs quickly and does not leave a noticeably greasy feeling. It does not contain spruce resin, menthol or camphor.

  • Contains boswellia resin
  • Without spruce resin
  • Without added menthol and camphor
  • Absorbs quickly and spreads easily
  • Can be used with Smrekovit Kontakt
  • 150 mL pack
Important: before first using the cream on a larger area, test it on a small area. If irritation or another unwanted reaction occurs, discontinue use.
Smrekovit Kontakt cotton wrap applied to the lower leg

Smrekovit Kontakt

Cotton wrap for longer application

Smrekovit Kontakt is a soft and flexible cotton wrap intended for use together with spreadable Smrekovit products. First apply the product to the wrap and spread it evenly over the part that will be in contact with the application site.

Then place the wrap with the coated side onto the selected area and secure it further if needed.

  • Helps keep the product in place
  • Allows longer contact with the application site
  • Reduces rubbing off onto clothing or bedding
Important: do not use products labelled Ekstra together with the wrap.

User experiences with Smrekovit creams

Some users have included Smrekovit creams in their local application routine for many years. Below are selected short excerpts from their personal experiences; individual experiences with use may vary.

I have been using the spruce cream for several years …
Marinka, Železniki
[71] excerpt from a longer handwritten feedback note kept in the Smrekovit archive
I started using Smrekovit when I was younger, back when I was still cycling for Sava Kranj.
Tadej Valjavec, a legend of Slovenian cycling
[44] excerpt from a personal statement by the athlete dated 31 August 2007, kept in the Smrekovit archive
Matic further improved these products with his knowledge and made them even more user-friendly.
Matjaž Zupan, legend of Slovenian ski jumping
Excerpt from a statement recorded for the RTV Slovenija programme Podjetno naprej, June 2023

Frequently asked questions about Smrekovit creams

What is the difference between 365 Prima, Ekstra and Alter?

365 Prima contains spruce resin without added menthol and camphor. 365 Ekstra contains spruce resin together with menthol and camphor, which provide a cooling sensation. 365 Alter contains boswellia resin and does not contain spruce resin.

Which Smrekovit cream does not have a cooling sensation?

Smrekovit 365 Prima and 365 Alter do not contain added menthol and camphor, so they do not provide the characteristic cooling sensation when applied. 365 Ekstra provides a cooling sensation.

Which cream does not contain spruce resin?

Smrekovit 365 Alter. 365 Alter contains boswellia resin and does not contain spruce resin. 365 Prima and 365 Ekstra contain spruce resin.

Can I use Smrekovit cream together with a wrap?

Smrekovit 365 Prima and 365 Alter can be used together with the Smrekovit Kontakt wrap when you want to keep the cream on the selected area for longer. Due to its menthol and camphor content, 365 Ekstra cream should not be used together with the wrap.

How are Smrekovit creams used?

Apply a small amount of cream to the selected area and spread it evenly. The application can be repeated several times a day as needed. For longer contact, Smrekovit 365 Prima and 365 Alter can also be used together with the Smrekovit Kontakt wrap. Due to its menthol and camphor content, 365 Ekstra cream should not be used together with the wrap. More detailed procedures are available on the Examples of use page.

What is the difference between Smrekovit cream and spruce resin ointment?

Smrekovit 365 creams absorb quickly and do not leave a noticeably greasy feeling. Smrekovit Klasik is an ointment with a fatty base, so it absorbs more slowly and remains at the application site for longer.

Can the cream cause an unwanted reaction?

Yes. An individual ingredient may cause irritation or another unwanted reaction in sensitive users. Before first using the cream on a larger area, test it on a small area. If an unwanted reaction occurs, discontinue use.

How much do Smrekovit 365 creams cost?

All three creams are available in a 150 mL pack. Current prices for Smrekovit 365 Prima, Ekstra and Alter are listed in the price overview at the top of the page.