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Essential Oils for Treating Headaches

Posted Aug 29 2011 2:05am

The essential oils that can treat headache most effectively are:

Chamomile oil: HeadacheThe most frequently used types of chamomile oil for the treatment of headache are German chamomile or Matricaria recutica and Roman chamomile or Chamaemelum nobile. Chamomile oil gets extracted through steam distillation of heads of chamomile flowers. This procedure gives birth to pale blue colored water liquids basting a fruity-herbaceous and sweet fragrance. The active chemicals present in this essential oil include terpenes and esters; both of which possess anxiety-reducing and anti-inflammatory qualities. A person suffering from headache can enjoy the medicinal benefits of chamomile oil either by inhaling the oil or by using it during the bath or for a massage. Generally, chamomile oil is not used alone during the massage therapy. A head massage using the oil blend containing 5 to 10 drops of chamomile oil and 1 teaspoon carrier oil (you can use carrier oils like almond oil or grapeseed oil) can offer immediate relief from headaches.

Lavender oil: Chamomile oil is often used in combination with lavender oil for the treatment of headaches. The 3 forms of lavender oil used for managing headaches include lavendin or Lavandula intermedia, true lavender or Lavandula angustifolia and spike lavender or Lavandula latifolia. Out of these three the most expensive and most effective one is true lavender. Inhaling lavender oil offers instant relief from headaches triggered by anxiety and stress.

Mint oil: The oil extracted from the leaves of Mentha piperita i.e. mint oil boasts an extremely sweet and enchanting fragrance. This essential oil is rich in the chemicals known as menthone and menthol; these are chemicals known for their uplifting effects. Mint oil also possesses esters that work as anti-inflammatory agents. Getting a head massage done with a oil blend containing lavender oil and mint oil in an 1:1 ratio and a carrier oil is known to reduce headache.

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