These Products for Migraines Actually Help Dull the Discomfort

Sweet Night Eye Tech Mask ($132)

Whenever I’m saddled with a migraine, I find myself massaging my eyeballs, hoping it will relieve even the slightest amount of pain. However, when I have a migraine, I only have the energy to do this for a few minutes. Luckily, there’s an eye mask that can do it for you. The Sweet Night Mask is designed to address eye strain and soreness, so if those symptoms come with your migraines, this might be worth a try for you. It provides a gentle vibration massage for the eyes, warm and cold compress features and blocks out 100 percent of light.

The Allay Lamp ($199)

Generally, the last thing you want during a migraine is to encounter light. A dark silent room is often the first place I go when I feel symptoms start to set in. However, a Harvard Medical School neuroscientist discovered a uniquely soothing light for your eyes and brain, even when you’re sensitive to light. This specific light is calming during a migraine and is a great item to use when trying to transition from your resting period to working or simply sitting up and adjusting to light.

Nerivio ($10 for first device + $45 for physician visit)

Nerivio requires a prescription, so you can either talk to your physician about it or schedule an appointment with one of the brand’s doctors. The FDA-approved device was named one of the best inventions of 2019 by Time. The at-home device is for acute treatment of migraine with or without aura for patients over 12. A study found that 66 percent of patients experience pain relief at two hours.

The device also connects with an app on your phone where you can track your migraines and treatments. It will then be able to provide personalized insights and advice to better manage your migraines.

TheraICE Hot & Cold Therapy Head Cap ($35)

It’s great to get your eyes covered with a relaxing eye mask mid-migraine, but many people’s pain branches into other parts of the head. This head cap provides full coverage that’s comfortable to relax in. It can be worn over the eyes or folded up if you want to wear it during other activities. While providing soothing hot or cold therapy, it also blocks out light.

WTHN Acupressure Mat & Neck Pillow ($78)

Acupressure can help relieve a host of discomforts from back pain to stress. This mat comes with a neck pillow to ensure your head is elevated and experiencing the same benefits as the rest of your body. The gentle stimulators on the mat activate points across the body to help relieve discomfort and promote relaxation. The WTHN Mat also comes with a how-to guide, so it’s great for beginners.

Saje Peppermint Halo ($28)

The scents of peppermint, eucalyptus and rosemary come together to create the perfect migraine-relieving cocktail. Peppermint Halo was Saje’s first product formulated back in 1992, and it’s still a hit. It’s highly effective at cooling and soothing the neck and promoting a tingling halo-like effect to help ease discomfort.

CEFALY Enhanced Migraine Treatment ($331)

This FDA-cleared treatment has been clinically proven to relieve migraine pain. CEFALY works by stimulating and desensitizing the trigeminal nerve, which is the primary pathway for migraine pain. The device has two settings. The 60-minute Acute Treatment is for a current migraine, and the 20-minute Prevent Treatment is for daily sessions that can reduce the frequency and intensity of future migraines.

Nodpod Sleep Mask ($34)

If the best kind of relief for you is sleeping off the migraine, this no-nonsense weighted sleep mask is a great way to block out light and experience some soothing pressure. The mask helps calm overactive minds, relieve headaches and eases you into a deeper sleep using the power of deep-touch pressure across key points.

Migrastil Migraine Stick ($12)

With over 17,200 five-star reviews on Amazon and a reasonable price tag, this migraine stick is a good place to start. Peppermint, spearmint, lavender and fractionated coconut oil help relieve migraine pain, tension headaches, nausea and brain fog. If you want to go full throttle, there’s an extra strength option for just one dollar more.