From stress to hormones to changes in the weather, migraines can sneak up on you out of nowhere and ruin your day. Different from a regular headache, migraines can leave you sensitive to light and noise and be unbearably painful for many of us. Although resting in a darkened room and pain relief can help take the edge off, finding something a little more efficient at tackling them will work wonders to help get your day back on track.
That’s why Molly Smith’s DMs blew up after she shared her budget-friendly cure. The former Love Island star posted on her Instagram about using a migraine cap, writing: “My DMs blew up over this haha, I'm not sure which one I've got but there are so many on Amazon." She also shared a link to the ONLYCARE Migraine Relief Cap, , which offers natural pain relief when a migraine hits.
The migraine cap, which looks somewhere between an oversized, padded eye mask and a rubber beanie hat, fits securely over the top half of your head, with a handy opening at the top that allows you to pull your hair through if you’ve got long locks. If you’ve ever had a migraine you’ll know that applying pressure to your head can offer some temporary relief, which is why this works so well.
It provides light pressure all over your head, whilst also creating a completely lightproof environment that prevents light-activated triggers from happening. It also keeps cool for long periods of time, helping reduce the thundering feeling of blood racing through your head.
The gel-like material moulds around your head and face for a comfortable fit and helps maintain the calming cooling sensation, offering you rapid relief when those pesky migraines set in. It also covers the prime spots that migraines set in, including your temples, behind your eyes and your forehead.
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Another wrote: “Really good quality and quite heavy. Wish I had got one sooner.”
A third said: “I have recently began suffering with migraines and on a desperate whim ordered this to try and help the pain when trying to get to sleep. This cap is really comfortable and has the benefit of covering your eyes as well. After only a short time in the fridge it becomes and stays really cool for a long period. The only issue I had is that it can be a bit uncomfortable on the ears if sleeping on your side with it for a long period of time. Overall, I am happy with this product!”
If you’re looking for something less intrusive to sleep in, a simple pack of migraine strips, like these Kool 'n' Soothe Migraine, , may be a worthwhile alternative, as you can place them exactly where you need them the most. They’re also lightweight and completely flat on your skin, making it easier to fall asleep while wearing them.