Question about Capsicum/Cayenne

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What are the safety precautions and usage rates of capsicum in a

cream or salve? OTC products carrying this ingredient normally are

in the 0.025%-0.075% range. I'm concerned that home crafters

dabbling in herbal " healing salves " may be exceeding a limit that

surpasses a safe margin of error. Another source claims cayenne

salve is safe for skin cancer removal (something I also wouldn't

suggest for " questionable " growths). I'd very much like to know

what your opinions are concerning this component in salves as to

what limit should not be exceeded, yet will still give a useful

result for those aiming to help arthritis sufferers.

Thank you,

In Idaho