A migraine is not just a headache, but a “headache on steroids.”It is one of the most debilitating neurological disorders and manifests itself in a variety of symptoms – painful recurring headaches being the most common.
In the USA, more than 37 million people suffer from migraines.(1) According to a 2015 report by the American Headache Society, the prevalence of migraine headaches is high, affecting roughly 1 out of every 7 Americans annually.
* Peppermint Essential OilPeppermint oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils to treat migraine headaches.It contains menthol, which works as a muscle relaxant and pain reliever. A 2015 study published in Frontiers in Neurology found that a topical gel with 6%menthol decreased pain intensity after two hours.
* Lavender Essential OilLavender oil, being anti-inflammatory in nature, helps to mitigate the damage caused by headaches and migraines. It also dilates the blood vessels.It even helps you sleep better and reduces stress, thereby addressing two of the most common triggers of migraine attacks.
* Eucalyptus Essential OilEucalyptus essential oil is traditionally used to treat different types of headaches, including those experienced by migraine sufferers. This essential oil works best for migraine attacks that are caused by chronic sinusitis.
* Chamomile Essential OilThe anti-inflammatory properties in chamomile essential oil can help reduce migraine headaches. A 2014 study published in Medical Hypotheses hypothesized that chamomile oil is a novel but effective medicine for the relief of migraine pain.
* Rosemary Essential OilRosemary essential oil is another effective option in the migraine-relief essential oil basket. It helps treat headaches because of the stimulating, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties of the chemotype 1,8-cineole. It has a calming effect on the body and helps reduce stress and insomnia, common triggers of headaches.