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"Headaches come in all shapes and sizes and most of us have been afflicted by them at some point. They may be an occasional nuisance for some, while others may experience them more regularly. No matter what the case, a headache can certainly get in the way of day-to-day tasks.\nWhile there are tons of over-the-counter medications to treat headaches, the problem is that they all come with their own side effects or risks. If you are hesitant to reach for pain-relieving drugs, try one of these all-natural headache remedies.\n\nMagnesium Oil\nMagnesium is great for so many different things, including headache relief. Magnesium oil is thought to be so effective at relieving a headache, that some companies have now released roll-on magnesium which can be applied to the temples or across the forehead when combatting a headache.\nTake an Essential Oil Epsom Salt Bath\nSometimes all we need is some time to relax and reduce stress to stop a headache in its tracks. Taking a bath is a great option to help relieve muscle tension and to calm your body, which alone may be enough to relieve a headache. The addition of a few drops of lavender essential oil can also make a big difference. Adding Epsom salt can bring even greater relief. Try adding two cups of Epsom salt and six drops of pure-grade essential oil to a standard size bathtub under running water. Sit and enjoy the bath until you start to feel your headache ease and your body feels more relaxed. You can follow up your bath with a homemade tension-relieving rub to relax tense muscles and reduce your headache even further. Keep reading to find out how to make this rub with just a handful of ingredients.  \n\nUse a Homemade Tension-Relieving Rub\nHeadaches are often brought on by muscle tension, so reducing the tension can naturally help relieve a headache. Instead of using store-bought muscle rubs, you can make your own blend specifically targeted for combatting a headache. This homemade blend is great for boosting circulation, reducing muscle tension, and relaxing the body so you can feel better fast. To make the homemade rub, all you need is half a cup of coconut oil, one teaspoon of cayenne pepper, ten drops of peppermint pure grade essential oil, and eight drops of lavender pure grade essential oil. Add the coconut oil followed by the cayenne pepper to a large glass Mason-style jar and stir. Add in the essential oils and stir again. Use this rub whenever you feel a headache coming on to reduce the tension and perhaps stop the headache at its source.\nPeppermint Essential Oil\nPeppermint essential oil is one of the best oils for dealing with a headache. Peppermint can help soothe sore muscles which can lead to tension headaches. To help your muscles relax, try rubbing peppermint oil diluted in almond or grapeseed oil onto your temples, or forehead for immediate relief.\nLavender Essential Oil\nLavender essential oil has many uses, including the reduction of stress and tension, and is great for combatting a headache. It has been shown to be an effective all-natural headache-reducer, so try adding a few drops to a carrier oil like almond oil. Rub it into your forehead, your temples, and even your shoulders or neck if that is where you feel the tension. Within a few minutes, you should feel more relaxed, and feel your headache start to subside.\n\nUse a Cold Lavender Compress\nWhen you’re suffering from a headache, sometimes a cold compress can quickly ease the pain. If you are experiencing a headache that just won’t seem to go away, try using a cold compress with a drop of pure-grade essential oil over your forehead. Not only can the cold compress help reduce the headache, but the lavender essential oil will help to calm and relax you for even faster relief.\nWarm up Your Neck with Heat\nWhile a cold compress may work for immediate relief, you can also follow that up with the use of a heat pack, heating pad, or hot water bottle on the back of your neck. The warmth will help to soothe sore or tense neck muscles, which are often the root cause of headaches. Find a relaxing place, then sit with the heat on your neck until you start to feel your pain go away.\n\nUse Acupressure\nAcupressure points can help relieve muscle tension and thus reduce a headache quickly. Try finding the point right between your eyebrows. Apply pressure and feel the tension melt away.\nIf you find yourself suffering from a headache, be sure to try a handful of these quick pain relief techniques. The faster and the earlier you can stop a headache, the better! Give these a try before using pain-relieving medication. With practice, you may be surprised how well these natural remedies work. "
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