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My Go-To Headache Relief Essentials
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items My go-to headache relief essentials for when a headache hits, from cooling and soothing tools to over-the-counter medicine, hydration, and little things that help me feel more comfortable.
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💧 Hydration & Electrolytes
🧊 Headache Relief & Comfort
💊 Medicine & Topical Relief
💧 Hydration & Electrolytes
Staying hydrated can make such a difference when I’m dealing with a headache. These are a few of my favorite ways to get in extra fluids and electrolytes.
One of my favorite ways to get in some extra hydration when plain water just isn’t cutting it. I like keeping these cold in the fridge so they’re easy to grab when I need one.
Coconut Water
My go-to for adding electrolytes to my water! There are tons of flavors to choose from, and it makes getting in extra hydration a lot more enjoyable than drinking plain water all day.
Ultima Replenisher Daily Electrolyte Powder
I like keeping Gatorade Zero cold in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go option when I need some extra hydration. This variety pack has some of my favorite flavors, and I like that it has electrolytes without the extra sugar.”
Gatorade Zero Mixed Flavor Variety Pack Sports Drink
🧊 Headache Relief & Comfort
The things I reach for when a headache hits and I just need some relief. Cooling, pressure, heat, and a few little tools that help make headaches more manageable.
I love having one of these when I need to lie down with a headache. The cooling eye mask, lavender scent, and darkness make it easier to relax when everything feels like too much.
Lavender Eye Mask
I like these when scent helps me relax during a headache. They’re small, easy to keep nearby, and there are several aromatherapy scents to choose from.
Essence Nasal Diffuser Starter Kit Silicone
I love these for cooling relief without having to hold an ice pack on my head. Just stick one on and leave it there while you rest.
WellPatch Migraine & Headache Cooling Patches
These have really helped with my eye-strain headaches! I especially like them when I’ve been staring at a computer or other screens for too long.
Blue Light Blocking Glasses
These are really helpful for me when barometric pressure changes trigger a headache. I like having them on hand when the weather starts acting up.
WeatherX Headache Prevention
When I have a headache, normal everyday noise can suddenly feel SO loud. These help take the edge off the noise without completely blocking everything around me.
Loop Engage 2 Ear Plugs
One of my favorites when my eyes feel tired or strained. The heat and massage feel so relaxing when I want to close my eyes and completely check out for a little while.
Eye Massager with Heat for Relief
I reach for this when I can feel a headache coming from tension in my neck and shoulders. The heat feels amazing and helps me relax those tight muscles.
Heated Neck & Shoulder Wrap
💊 Medicine & Topical Relief
The medicines and topical relief I keep on hand for different kinds of headaches, from everyday pain to sinus and tension headaches.
I love keeping these around because you don’t need water to take them! They’re especially convenient to throw in my purse or bring along when we’re traveling.
Tylenol Extra Strength Dissolve Powder Packs
This is one I reach for when sinus pressure is behind my headache. I like having something specifically for those stubborn sinus headaches instead of treating every headache the same.
Advil Sinus Congestion and Pain
Another one I like having on hand for stubborn headaches and aches. The powder is easy to take, and I actually like the lemonade flavor.
BC MAX Strength Fast Pain Relief Powder
I use this on my neck and shoulders when tension is contributing to my headache. The roll-on makes it really easy to apply exactly where I need it without getting it all over my hands.
Biofreeze Fast Acting Menthol Pain Relief Gel Roll-On
My go-to when the headache is part of that time of the month. I like that it covers more than just the headache when everything decides to hurt at once.
Midol Complete Menstrual Pain Relief Caplets