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Honestly, I cantreallycomplain about my period.
But as they say, every rose has its thornand mine are sore, swollen, and tender breasts.
Like clockwork, as soon as my cycle starts creeping up, my boobs start aching.
During the first half, estrogen levels increase, causing the uterine lining to grow and thicken.
Estrogen also causes the development of milk ducts in our breasts in preparation for pregnancy.
Progesterone affects the breasts as well, causing milk glands to grow in preparation for lactation.
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This leads to swelling and tenderness of the breasts.
Enter:Figaro Apothecarys Relief Balme($65).
But whether they realized it or not, it also works wonders for tender, swollen PMS boobs.
Arnica flowerspecifically, Arnica montanacontains two unique molecules, helenalin and dihydro helenalin.
Based on my own experience with the balm, all of this rings true.
Then, I put on a supportive bra and get instant relief.
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