MENTHOL FOR HEADACHE
Menthol is a prominent ingredient in many headache ointments and is known for its cooling properties. When applied topically, menthol can help provide migraine relief, along with alleviating symptoms of nausea or vomiting. Moreover, menthol alleviates some discomfort associated with tension, sinus, or cluster headaches.
CLOVE OIL FOR ALLEVIATING PAIN
Clove oil is another natural ingredient used in headache ointments. It contains a chemical compound called eugenol, which provides analgesic (pain-relieving) properties. It is derived from clove trees, which are native to Southeast Asia. It is extracted by distilling dried flower buds collected from the clove tree. When applied to the temples or forehead, clove oil can help ease the pain associated with headaches.
CAMPHOR FOR MIGRAINE RELIEF
Extracted from the wood of camphor trees, camphor is a well-known herbal ingredient used in pain relief balms, ointments, and patches. Studies have found that the essential oil of camphor leaves provides significant analgesic action for migraine headaches. Camphor’s application provides a hot and cold action as it numbs and cools nerve endings, then warms the target area, increasing circulation and weakening neurogenic inflammation.
CAJEPUT OIL FOR PAIN RELIEF
Obtained by the distillation of fresh leaves from the cajeput tree, cajeput oil has analgesic properties for pain relief. This natural ingredient has been incorporated into headache ointments due to its potential to alleviate pain. It contains cineole, which relieves pain beneath the skin when applied. Cajeput oil has also been known to help with colds and congestion.
