If you need a quick remedy to an annoying headache, balms make great portable salves. Packed with essential oils and ingredients derived mostly from natural plants, they are concentrated into little jars that fit into your palms and the nooks of your pockets.
Here are several of the best balms that’ll soothe different kinds of headaches and other bodily pains.
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Truly a classic, Tiger Balm has been tried and tested as a household remedy for generations. Used to soothe headaches, dizziness, relief stuffy noses and even insect bites, its fast acting pain relief properties for a variety of ailments make it a must-have balm.
The warmer variation of the Classic, Tiger Balm Red can still soothe headaches but is best for relieving muscular aches and pains. Once applied onto the skin, the balm quickly warms up the region which is penetrated into deep tissues for healing.
Relief nasal congestion for up to 8 hours with this well-known classic. Formulated with menthol and eucalyptus oil, its effectiveness is made possible through the action of rubbing the balm into your skin and the inhalation of its vapour. Best applied right after a shower and before bed.
Expecting mothers can rub this aromatherapy balm between their palms for an instant relief from headaches. Formulated with the refreshing zing of eucalyptus, bergamot and peppermint, Human Nature’s balm is perfectly safe for mothers as their product contains no harmful chemicals. This include the likes of synthetic fragrances, petroleum driven ingredients, parabens and minerals.
This invigorating balm breathes new life into tired mind and bodies. Made with 100% extra virgin olive oil and without SLS or parabens, just massage some onto any part of the body for a quick, refreshing relief.
Made with 100% pure essential oils and natural ingredients such as cinnamon, clove, eucalyptus, thyme, rosemary and mint, this balm’s fragrance is intense yet calm on the skin. Also containing Ylang ylang, this ingredient helps with decreasing levels of cortisol, which is known as the stress hormone, thus helping to lower blood pressure.
Nutmeg is a prized spice not just for its sweet aroma but for its many curative properties. A natural tonic, this balm which contains nutmeg can help detoxify the body, all the while providing pain relief.
This quick acting version of the classic Tiger Balm is great for large areas, to be used for a massage. It is positively effective when gently rubbed onto your temples to relief headaches. While similar to the usual thicker balms, this particular balm ointment feels less sticky on the skin.