DIY Roll On Headache Relief - Essential Oil Blend Recipe
Looking for a natural way to calm a headache and promote relaxation? Try this Roll On Headache Relief blend made with essential oils.
Essential oils are a wonderful, natural option for headaches and stress related pains. They have the ability to promote calmness, ease muscle discomforts, elevate mood, and improve overall well-being.
This essential oil blend is made in an easy to use, mess free roll on bottle. Not only are roller bottle blends easy to make, but also convenient to take on the go.
Easily slip in a purse, backpack, desk drawer, or even a pocket. Be sure the cap is screwed on tightly to prevent leaks.
While leaving in a car may seem like a convenient place, it is a bad idea in warm-hot weather. Never leave essential oil in a hot vehicle, they can overheat causing deterioration of your precious oils or cause them to leak out of bottle.
Essential Oil Blend For Headache Relief
Here are the four different essential oils used in this headache blend and some reason these oils were chosen:
Frankincense Boswellia carterii
- Exotic, sweet, woody aroma that promotes relaxation
- Essential oil is obtained from tree resin through steam distillation
- Enhances mood by diminishing feelings of stress and tension
- Stimulates blood flow and circulation
- Has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties
Lavender Lavandula angustifolia
- Sweet, floral, herbal aroma that is relaxing and soothing
- Helps relieve feelings of stress that can weaken health
- Improves overall well-being and vitality
- Encourages balance in all body systems
- Has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis
- Fragrant herb with a refreshing and energizing aroma
- Stimulates circulation when applied topically
- Reduces stress and nervous tension
- Boosts mental activity and relieves fatigue
- Has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties
Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile
- Soothes nerves and nervous conditions like headache
- Traditionally used to relieve pain (analgesic)
- Gentle, sedative qualities help to relieve stress
- Encourages relaxation and sleep
- Has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is a favorite carrier oil of mine for use in roller bottle recipes. It is actually a wax and not an oil, so it has a long shelf life. Plus there is really no aroma so it lets the essential oils in the blend really shine through! Read more about jojoba oil.
Need a bottle of jojoba oil? Here is the one I use:
Roll On Headache Relief
You Need:
- 4 drops Frankincense essential oil
- 3 drops Lavender essential oil
- 2 drops Rosemary essential oil
- 1 drop Roman Chamomile essential oil
- Jojoba oil
- 10 ml roller bottle
Directions:
Add essential oils to roller bottle, fill rest of bottle with jojoba oil, leaving room for the roller top. Apply roller top and cap, roll bottle between palms to blend oils together. Dilution Level: 5%, great for adults with short-term issues.
To use, roll on to area of discomfort. A good place to start is on tense neck and upper shoulders, or onto temples (be sure to keep clear of eyes).
Read More: Essential Oils for Headaches
Essential Oils for Beginners Guide
Learn all about Essential Oils in this Beginner's Guide and how to use them safely and effectively. Written by Jennifer Lane, Loving Essential Oils Owner & Certified Aromatherapist: