Learn what migraine is and how to treat this disorder with the help of aromatherapy.

Migraine

Migraine

The description of the problem:
Migraine headaches appear when the brain's blood vessels contract or dilate excessively. Migraine headaches cause a severe throbbing pain, which is located in the temples or behind one ear. The duration of migraine headaches is from 2 to 72 hours. Migraines appear as a result of allergies, emotional and hormonal changes, lack or excess of sleep and stress.

Essential oils used for treatment:
Chamomile, Lavender, Majoran.

The treatment:
  Use a few drops of essential oil in the combination with a carrier oil  and massage into the skin. Have a warm bath with 10 drops of essential oil and soak for fifteen minutes.

Safety Issues: Consult a doctor, if you suffer from migraine headaches often and the duration of them is long. Massage during a migraine is not recommended.