What is aromatherapy?
According to a study published by ScienceDirect, aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants to enhance physical, emotional, and mental health. Using aromatherapy can improve your headaches if used correctly.
Aromatherapy to relieve headaches in cold weather
Breathe:
Add a few drops of lavender, eucalyptus, or peppermint essential oil to a diffuser or bowl of hot water. Close your eyes, lean over the bowl, and inhale the steam deeply.
Massage:
Dilute peppermint or rosemary essential oil with a carrier oil and gently massage your temples, neck and shoulders. This helps relieve tension, improve circulation and relieve discomfort.
Aromatherapy bath:
Taking a warm bath with lavender or chamomile essential oils can help relieve body aches and relax your whole body. The steam from the bath allows you to inhale the essential oils, calming your body and mind.
Breathing technique:
Mix the essential oil with a carrier oil (such as coconut oil), then apply it to your wrists or behind your ears. Focus on slow, deep breathing as you inhale the scent, which can help calm your nervous system and relieve headaches.
Essential oil roller:
Keep a roll-on bottle ready with a blend of headache-relieving essential oils like peppermint, lavender, and eucalyptus. Just apply it to your pulse points for quick relief.
