In case you missed it, read my first post about trying aromatherapy for my migraines here. I have been trying out the Frankincense oil for about a week. My general routine has been to go to work and within the first 30 minutes of using my computer, put a drop or two of oil on my finger and rub it on the top of my chest, temples, across forehead, and base of neck. I reapply after lunch and maybe one more time per day as needed. I have a small bottle of the oil in my desk drawer and another at home, so there is no issue with not having it when needed.
The result is I end up with more of a low-grade headache, but not a full-blown migraine. On the few occasions when I haven’t used the oil and a migraine starts to set in, the aromatherapy has been very effective at creating immediate pain relief. I still feel more fatigued that normal after spending a day at the computer screen, however, I would rather be tired instead of tired and incapacitated.
Here is where it gets interesting. Since sharing this, I know of 2 other cases where people suffering from migraines went and bought frankincense oil to try this for themselves. Both reported results very similar to mine, including immediate relief from the migraine!
I am going to do some more research to build a small blend of essential oils to see if there is something I can add that will relieve the dull headache as well and possible aid with the fatigue. So far, I haven’t found a pre-made blend that has want I want. I love that there is really no risk in trying this on my own.