Peptides are gaining popularity fast. New, more “esoteric” options seem to pop up daily. Whether they actually work in humans is often unclear, but a handful of peptides have solid research behind them—and they’re being used extensively in the trenches. Two standouts for injury recovery are BPC-157 and TB-500.

What Are BPC-157 and TB-500?

BPC-157, derived from a gastric protein, enhances healing by increasing blood vessel formation (angiogenesis), upregulating growth factors, and modulating nitric oxide. The result? Faster tissue repair, reduced inflammation, and protection against oxidative stress.

TB-500, a synthetic form of thymosin beta-4, promotes cell migration and regeneration, especially in muscle and connective tissue. It also reduces inflammation and helps prevent cell death.

Together, these peptides are a powerful combo for accelerating injury recovery, supporting tissue regeneration, and improving musculoskeletal repair.

A Better Way to Apply Peptides

You may remember I wrote about BPC-157 a while back (Heal Injuries Fast with BPC-157) and also featured it in my book Invincible. It’s one of the few peptides that can be taken orally, but here’s the thing: oral delivery is hit-or-miss. Most of it gets broken down in the gut—helpful if you have an ulcer, not so much if you’re trying to heal a soft-tissue injury.

Injectables are far more effective, but they come with obvious drawbacks: discomfort, risk of infection, and a learning curve when it comes to where and how to inject. Some experts advocate for local injections at the injury site, while others argue systemic use is just as effective. The jury’s still out.

So wouldn’t it be great if you could apply peptides directly to the skin and still get the same recovery benefits—without the needle?

Enter the balm.

Butcher Balm: A Game-Changer

Butcher Balm combines over a dozen essential oils, camphor, menthol, and—here’s the magic—transdermal BPC-157 and TB-500. Think of it as Tiger Balm on steroids, and I mean that almost literally!

Here’s a look at the full ingredient label:

From the product description:

Butcher Balm is a powerful, innovative topical relief product that brings together the proven effectiveness of traditional muscle rub ingredients with the groundbreaking transdermally active forms of BPC-157 and TB-500.

When used in a topical product like Butcher Balm, these peptides are absorbed through the skin directly into the affected area. This allows for localized application, targeting the site of discomfort or injury while also providing systemic benefits.

I first heard about it from Dr. Todd Lee, who’s talked about it a few times. Unfortunately, it’s not available in Canada, but I managed to get my hands on a bottle—and I’m glad I did!

Within two weeks of applying it daily, two nagging problem areas felt significantly better—I’m talking no more pain. And by week four, it was like nothing ever happened. This was after many months of discomfort and trying everything else from massage and needling to joint supplements and mobility drills.

Two of my clients also tried it during this time—and both were pleasantly surprised by the results. In their words, “I didn’t expect much… but this stuff works.”

Dosing and Timing

One pump per day seems to work well for most people, but you can apply up to three times daily if you really want to speed up recovery. Each pump delivers 500 mcg of both BPC-157 and TB-500.
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Here’s something worth noting: timing matters.

Take BPC-157, the “body protection compound” that’s revolutionizing soft-tissue recovery. Dose it wrong, and you’ll see modest results. Time it right, and you’ll unlock its full regenerative potential.

Recent findings show that morning doses enhance exercise performance and daytime energy, while evening applications accelerate overnight tissue repair and improve sleep quality. Same compound—two very different outcomes depending on when you use it.

So, apply it strategically:

• Morning = boost activity, performance, and mobility
• Evening = enhance recovery and sleep

Use that to your advantage. You don’t need to overthink it—just be consistent and time it based on your primary goal: action, recovery, or both!

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been dealing with nagging injuries, joint pain, or slow recovery, Butcher Balm might be the tool you’ve been missing. It’s easy to apply, fast-acting, and backed by real-world results. Whether you’re a high-level athlete or just someone who wants to move pain-free again, this topical blend could be a game-changer.

Just like any intervention, it works best when used strategically. Use it consistently, time it wisely, and don’t expect miracles overnight—but do expect progress.

While more long-term studies would be welcome, anecdotal evidence (mine included) is mounting—and it’s impressive.

Bottom line: If you’re tired of band-aid solutions, Butcher Balm is worth a shot—or in this case, a rub!