When sinus congestion builds it can cause unbelievable face pain. Pain or pressure may be present behind the eyes, forehead, sides of the nose, cheeks or even upper teeth! Sinus headaches are not uncommon with sinus congestion as well. Left untreated, the congestion may become infected. Before running off to the drugstore, try these natural methods and relax. Relief is on the way...
Step1
This method is my number one remedy to relieve sinus pressure. Make a cup of strong peppermint tea [any mint will do]. Set the tea bags aside. Drink the tea and then lie down placing the discarded tea bags on either side of the nose. Allow the mint properties to seep down into the sinus area. The mint will soothe while helping break up the congestion.
Step2
This remedy helps the congested mucus thin so that it drains easier.
Rub a drop of tea tree oil under the nose. The vapors will be inhaled as you breathe and will help the sinuses open up.
Step3
Use a neti pot with a warm saline solution regularly to wash away bacteria, pollutants and bacteria from the sinus canals. Make your own saline solution by dissolving salt in warm water. If you are not familiar with neti pots see the resource link at the bottom of this article.
Step4
Another remedy useful in reducing sinus pressure is to take a bowl of hot water and add a few drops of eucalyptus or lavender oil to it. Drape a large towel over your head and water creating a tent that will allow the vapors to be inhaled.
Step5
I have recently discovered that tapping and rubbing sinus pressure points can have a dramatic effect as well. Tapping the forehead above the eyes and rubbing in a circular motion the points at the top of the nose between the eyebrows helps break up mucus and will encourage draining.
Step6
Every body responds differently to treatment of any kind. You may need to use one or more of these techniques to relieve sinus congestion. Now, go forth and breathe happy!
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