Aromatherapy may be effective in treating headaches - essential oil molecules stimulate the smell receptors in the brain, triggering the production of pain-relieving endorphins. Oils can be used in inhalations, massages and combine aromatic inhalations with other methods. Which essential oils help with headaches?

Isaromatherapy an effective headache remedy ? It turns out that clinical studies confirm the soothing effect of certain essential oils on various headaches. what oils to choose and how to use them to effectively get rid of a headache?

Aromatherapy in headache: which oils are effective?

  • basil oil
  • hyssop oil
  • lavender oil
  • marjoram oil
  • peppermint oil
  • geranium oil

How to use aromatherapy for a headache

  • topical: essential oils can be rubbed directly into the skin of the temples, forehead and nape, and sometimes also into the auricles - it's important to do it as soon as pain occurs. If you want to use a concentrated oil, remember to spread it in the so-called base oil, e.g. almond oil or regular cooking oil (2-3 drops of oil per tablespoon of olive oil). Essential oils in concentrated form can irritate the skin
  • for inhalation in aromatherapy fireplaces
  • for massage - dilute 5 drops in a tablespoon of cooking oil

Oil blend for headache: recipe

Here is what blend of oils for headache is proposed in their book "Scented Pharmacy" by Dr. W. S. Brud and Dr. I. Konopacka:

  • lavender oil - 3 drops
  • geranium oil - 2 drops
  • peppermint oil - 2 drops
  • clove oil from buds - 2 drops
  • eucalyptus oil - 1 drop