I confess that I'm WAY past the childbearing years but our daughters are in that time of life. I do remember having menstrual pain and taking meds for relief but I wished I had a more natural way to help me.
My daughter's time of the month is excruciatingly painful and it really keeps her down from living a fulfilled life. So I did a little research to try and help her and found this EO blend that she could rub on her abdomen. Just maybe it would help. Sure enough, she said it cut the time she was in pain by half. I thought that was good news and had to share it with those that may need some help.
Here are some of the oils that help with menstrual cramps:
- Cinnamon Oil
- Clove oil
- Lavender oil
- Rose Oil
Let's take a closer look at why these oils are a benefit.
CINNAMON OIL - Cinnamon is already known as an effective, anti-inflammatory spice. So, it’s no surprise that cinnamon oil also fights inflammation and reduces menstrual pain.
In fact, a 2013 study looked at the effects of an essential oil massage versus a basic massage on period pain. The test group received daily massages using a blend of cinnamon, clove, and lavender oils (mixed into almond oil). The placebo group received daily massages with almond oil only.
The study revealed that:
“the level and duration of menstrual pain and the amount of menstrual bleeding were significantly lower in the aromatherapy group than in the placebo group.” (source)
CLOVE OIL - Similar to cinnamon, clove oil is also a well-known anti-inflammatory oil. One reason why clove oil is thought to be effective at reducing menstrual cramps is because it contains beta-caryophyllene and eugenol.
Beta-caryophyllene is a powerful anti-inflammatory compound, found in other infamous, pain-relieving plants: cannabis and hemp.
ROSE OIL - Don’t be fooled by the soft and delicate rose oil because it packs a punch when it comes to fighting pain!
Another study has also compared the effectiveness of rose oil and the prescription pain med, diclofenac sodium.
In that study:
- One group of participants was treated with diclofenac sodium only.
- Another group was treated with diclofenac sodium, plus 2% rose essential oil.
The results showed that the group that was treated with rose oil had stronger improvements in pain levels, compared to the group that was treated with pain meds only (source).
So, whether you use rose oil in a pure essential oil blend, or you use it along with pain meds, rose oil comes with some serious pain-reducing properties.
LAVENDER OIL - Lavender doesn’t just soothe the mind. It also soothes aches and pains. A 2012 study combined lavender oil with clary sage and marjoram oils, in a 3% blend:
- Study participants massaged the blend onto the lower belly every day from the end of their last cycle, until the start of their next cycle.
- Participants were asked to evaluate their pain, both before and after the treatment.
The study concluded that there was a significant reduction in pain after just one menstrual cycle (source).
Doing a massage with lavender only has also been shown to relieve cramps. You can also get relief by inhaling lavender oil.
Science has shown that breathing in lavender oil all by itself is also effective at reducing period pain. Lavender oil contains beta-caryophyllene. This is the same compound found in clove (though the levels in lavender are lower).
The presence of this compound is likely one reason why lavender works so well at reducing period pain.
This is the recipe I used for my daughter:
Spice Period Relief Blend
Ingredients
How to Make
- Pour the almond oil into the glass bottle. Allow a little space for the essential oils.
- Add the essential oil drops to the bottle.
- Seal the bottle and shake vigorously to blend the ingredients.
- Massage onto the abdomen or lower back.
Also if you are looking for quality essential oils, we suggest doTERRA. Rhonda is a doTERRA representative and would love to help you. Contact her here → Rhonda Byler.
If you know someone who struggles with menstrual cramps, please send them this information. If it worked for my daughter then it just might work for someone you know.
Keep it sassy,
Kelly
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