This homemade product reminds me of the rollerball one. The idea is to smear a bit of the product across the forehead, on the temples or on the nape of your neck. You can also just simply inhale the scent. The scent of the product (essential oils) helps your muscles relax so that the tension can be relieved.
Combine 1/4 c coconut oil with 1 T sweet almond oil. Melt by either microwaving it for 15 seconds or by placing the oils in a bowl and placing that bowl in a bowl of hot water. Stir until incorporated. Add 10 drops of lavender, 10 drops of frankincense and 4 drops of peppermint and stir well. Pour into small containers. Refrigerate until hardened. The product doesn't need to be refrigerated but it will melt in temperatures over 76 degrees. Be mindful of this if you are carrying it in your purse. I store ours in the refrig all the time.
I find this to be soothing and relaxing which helps the headache. It is also my first solution before deciding that I do need to take a pill.
What pain relieving solutions to medicine do you use?
I love this. I've used straight peppermint oil before with success but this is neater and probably won't make my eyes water!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds awesome! I love coconut oil, lavender, and frankincense is my fave. I'd probably add tea tree oil or eucalyptus too.
ReplyDeleteI've used a similar mixture. It works very well!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try this! I don't get headaches often, but when I do I hate taking a pill. Thanks for sharing this
ReplyDeleteInteresting! I never would have thought of almond and haven't heard of sweet almond oil! I am definitely going to look for this next time I'm in whole foods!
ReplyDeleteMy son could use this right about now. He has had a headache for 2 days with no known cause. Doctors are just saying a virus. he could use this relief.
ReplyDeleteWorth trying. I think I have all the ingredients on hand already. I use coconut oil for so many thing. Another side benefit might be some moisturizing. I always need that! LOL
ReplyDeleteI love anything with the peppermint scent. I can see how this would calm our senses and make you feel better.
ReplyDeleteOh this is great!! I hate taking meds when I get a headache, so I will try this out :)
ReplyDeleteI try to avoid taking pills if possible for headaches so this is a great alternative. And it looks relatively simple to make!
ReplyDeleteThis is really what I need, I always having headache especially every morning.
ReplyDeleteThis is my first time to heard it and it's really interesting. Having a headache could lack of focus. I need this one.
ReplyDeleteIf I get a headache, it's usually because of fatigue or hunger. So, I will try to skip the meds and just eat or take a nap. If I can't I usually reach for Tylenol. This sounds like a good natural solution to have on hand.
ReplyDeleteMy headaches are always sinus based. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
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We always use peppermint oil for headaches, but I never thought about making a salve for it!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds fantastic. I love using products where I don't have to worry about the hidden and unwanted chemicals. I can't wait to try this!
ReplyDeleteI get headaches ALL the time! I am going to have to try this since I can't have caffeine anymore!
ReplyDeleteThis is very useful! I am constantly battling headaches from allergies and sinus, but I hate taking medication. Thanks for the tips!!
ReplyDeleteI swear by essential oils and love using them to ward of various ailments. This looks like a great recipe to have on hand when my diffusers aren't doing the trick.
ReplyDeleteI usually just start popping ibuprofen! I have never used essential oils before but maybe it would be better for my body to start getting rid of unnatural products. :)
ReplyDeleteI would definitely give this a try. I am all for natural ways of treating health issues.
ReplyDeleteOh I will be trying this for sure. I always get headaches from being on the computer too long and I don't like taking too many otc meds.
ReplyDeleteI use coconut oil for just about everything. I didn't know it could be an ingredient in a headache salve though!
ReplyDeleteHi hi and resubmitting my comment here <3 Thank you for this! Since I often suffer from migraines and tension headaches, it's inspired a good friend of mine and I try this and hopefully recipe to add as a holistic self-care remedy.
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