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Outback Original Oil vs Tiger Balm

Outback Original Oil vs Tiger Balm

A strong camphor and menthol ointment or a light four-ingredient oil? Here is what is in each.

★ 4.8 from 22,000+ reviews365-Day Returnless RefundShips same day from Florida
Outback Original Oil with its four ingredients

The short answer

Tiger Balm Ultra Strength is a petrolatum-based ointment with synthetic camphor 11% and menthol 11%, plus cajuput, cassia and clove oils, for a strong warming and cooling feeling and scent. Outback Original Oil is a light olive oil base with tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil and vanilla, and no camphor or menthol.

Side by side

Outback Original Oil Tiger Balm Ultra Strength
Format Oil: roll-on, spray, pump, sachets Ointment in a jar
Base Olive oil Paraffin and petrolatum
Active ingredients Not applicable Camphor 11% (synthetic), menthol 11%
Feeling on skin None Strong warming and cooling
Scent Vanilla and eucalyptus, fades in minutes Strong camphor and clove
Where to buy Online: our site, Amazon, Walmart.com Drugstores and online
Guarantee 365-Day Returnless Refund on our site See seller

Like the feel of a balm but want natural ingredients? Our Pain Cream uses natural menthol 16% and natural camphor 6%.

Why people choose Outback

Nothing burns or freezes

No menthol, camphor, capsaicin or lidocaine. Use it as often as you like.

Four ingredients

Tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, olive oil and vanilla. That is the whole label.

365-Day Returnless Refund

A full year to decide. If it is not for you, keep it and get your money back.

4.8 stars, 22,000+ reviews

Sold in the US since 2013, shipped the same day from Florida.

Common questions

What is the difference between Outback and Tiger Balm?

Tiger Balm Ultra Strength is an ointment with synthetic camphor 11% and menthol 11% in a petrolatum base. Outback Original Oil is a light oil with tea tree, eucalyptus, olive oil and vanilla, and no camphor or menthol.

Is Outback greasy like a balm?

No. It is a light oil that soaks in in about 30 seconds.

Does Outback smell strong?

No. The vanilla and eucalyptus scent fades within minutes.

Can I try Outback without risk?

Yes. Orders on our site come with a 365-Day Returnless Refund.

Still have a question?

Call a real person at 1-800-215-8739, Monday to Friday, 9 to 5 ET, or email support@theoutbackseries.com.

Tiger Balm is a trademark of its owner. Tiger Balm details are from its published label as of September 2026 and may change. Outback Pain Relief Cream is intended for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints. Read and follow the label.