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Living With Migraine? Here Are 18 Products We Recommend That Could Help

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Updated on February 12, 2025
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If you or someone you love lives with migraine, chances are you know how debilitating it can be. “Migraine attacks may cause a variety of symptoms, from head and neck pain to dizziness and light and sound sensitivity,” explains Shani Peter, MD, a neurology resident. Migraine disease is pretty prevalent, affecting 12 percent of the population, and it is about 3 times more common in women.

 As many as 2.2 percent of people have chronic migraine, meaning they have at least 15 migraine attacks per month.

The situations that can trigger migraine attacks vary from person to person. While the medications and treatments prescribed by a doctor are the most effective, our editors and people with migraine regularly keep certain products on hand to help relieve their symptoms. These items can also make great gifts for loved ones who have migraine occasionally or chronically, since everyday gifts like scented candles, perfume, and foods like chocolate, cheese, and wine are often triggers.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one, for a holiday or a birthday, we've rounded up some of our favorite products. Here’s what we recommend.

An Eye Massager to Soothe Pain

Renpho Eye Massager

$54.29 at Amazon
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For people with migraine, having several pain relief tools at their fingertips can help them get through discomfort more easily, and this is one of the tools that Everyday Health Editorial Director Simone Scully uses when she has migraine attacks. “I was a little wary about trying an eye massager when I had migraine attacks, but it has quickly become my go-to tool,” she says.

The eye massager uses air compression to massage the eyes, forehead, and temples, releasing head tension. It has two intensity settings, so you can choose how much pressure you want, and two levels of heating, which can ease pain for some.

 “I like that I can use it for an eye massage, heat, or both,” says Scully, “all while blocking out any light.” Best of all, this device is eligible for use with health savings and flexible spending accounts (FSA), making it a great way to use up the last of your FSA dollars before it’s too late at the end of the year.

A Wearable Accessory to Give Those With Migraine a Hand

Aculief Wearable Acupressure

$19.99 at Amazon
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It may be hard to put your finger on what triggers your or your loved one’s migraine attacks, but putting this wearable acupressure device between your thumb and forefinger may offer drug-free relief from pain. It is small enough that you can pack it with you and discreet enough to put it on at any time. This gift shows you care, plus it won’t break the bank.

The Perfect Gift to Cool Burning Pain

ComfiTech Cap and Neck Ice Pack

$29.99 at Amazon
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This may be the coolest gift on our list. The icy cap and neck wrap go in the freezer for two hours and can be worn for 15 to 20 minutes to cool down burning pain. It’s hands-free, so you can relax in bed or on the couch, or wear it while you do other things. This gift relieves migraine pain, sore muscles, and sinus pain.

A Heated Neck and Shoulder Pad to Melt Away Stress

Pure Enrichment Neck and Shoulder Heating Pad

$49.99 at Amazon
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Applying heat is a great way to relieve pain and muscle tension, and a heating pad is an affordable gift for people with migraine. This particular product fits perfectly around your shoulders. (It also has a magnetic closure, so it actually stays put!) Since the pad automatically shuts off after two hours, your loved one can use it without worry.

The Ultimate Pair of Comfy Pajamas

Cozy Earth Long-Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set

$148 at Amazon
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Loungewear is an essential part of life for anyone with migraine. After all, the last thing you want to wear during migraine attacks is something tight or restrictive. Cozy Earth makes the perfect pair of pajamas for anyone who could use some comfort. The bamboo viscose is so soft and breathable that once you try it, you’ll never go back to wearing cotton again.

A Reed Diffuser for a Migraine-Friendly Way to Make Your Home Smell Amazing

Nest Wild Mint and Eucalyptus Reed Diffuser

$58.90 at Amazon
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As someone with a serious aversion to anything heavily fragranced, I can attest to the benefits of a reed diffuser. Seriously, it’s been an absolute game changer. Unlike home fragrance options like candles and room sprays, reed diffusers provide a subtle, continuous scent that people with migraine won’t find odious. Nest is by far my favorite brand. Its reed diffusers are not only elegant but high quality. There are plenty of scents to choose from, but some of my personal faves include wild mint and eucalyptus, lime zest and matcha, and coconut and palm.

A Magic Wand for Wine Lovers

PureWine The Wand Wine Purifier

$24.99 at Amazon
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Any type of alcohol can be a trigger for people with migraine, but wine tends to be the most-cited culprit. Research suggests that this is due to the sulfites in wine.

 These wine wands from PureWine are portable, single-use purifiers that work to remove histamines and sulfites from wine so you can enjoy a glass while avoiding those compounds. Talk about magic!

The Most Luxurious Unscented Body Lotion

Nécessaire The Body Serum

$43.20 at Amazon
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Body lotion is popular gift that can seem off-limits when shopping for someone with migraine. (Truly, any heavily scented product is probably a bad idea.) Still, dry skin is no fun. Enter Nécessaire. Its body serum is so lightweight and hydrating that it feels like silk.

A Weighted Blanket to Lull You to Sleep

Luna Weighted Cotton Blanket

$50.47 at Amazon
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We could all sleep more, but it’s especially important for people with migraine, since lack of sleep can absolutely be a trigger. To make matters worse, sleeping when experiencing symptoms like pain and nausea is often an uphill battle. Talk about a vicious cycle. That’s why a weighted blanket can come in handy. Research shows that using a weighted blanket can reduce pain and improve sleep.

Allay Green Lamp on white

A Wickedly Calming Green Lamp for Your Inner Elphaba

Allay Lamp

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While less about the musical and the Wicked-core aesthetic and more about science, this helpful gift is still perfectly in line with the movie of the year. Research has shown that green light therapy can significantly reduce pain during migraine attacks along with migraine frequency.

The Perfect Migraine-Friendly Cookbook

The Dizzy Cook: Managing Migraine With More Than 90 Comforting Recipes and Lifestyle Tips

$17.03 at Amazon
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If you’re shopping for someone with migraine who loves spending time in the kitchen, this cookbook might be just the gift for them. The Dizzy Cook contains delicious, diet-friendly recipes and helpful tips for managing migraine disease. There are plenty of food-related migraine triggers, so a cookbook dedicated to avoiding those ingredients while offering mouth-watering meals is an absolute must-have.

A Humidifier to Combat Dry Winter Air

Dreo Smart Humidifier

$44.99 at Amazon
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Dry winter air is not only unpleasant but it can be a trigger for people with migraine, as well as sinus headaches. Sleeping with a humidifier can be a huge help for people with migraine and anyone who wants to alleviate the discomfort of dry air during the colder months. A smart humidifier is even better, since it can be controlled via voice or app.

An Acupressure Mat for an At-Home Acupressure Massage

ShaktiMat Acupressure Mat

$99 at Amazon
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Picture a yoga mat with thousands of small plastic spikes that press into your skin. That’s an acupressure mat. It might sound uncomfortable, but these spikes are designed to stimulate certain pressure points, similar to acupuncture. Although research is limited, studies suggest that regular use of acupressure mats can promote stress relief and relaxation.

 In other words, it’s a gift that anyone with migraine could surely use.

Magnesium Bath Bombs for Muscle Relaxation

Epsom-It Epsom Salt Bath Bomb

$8.84 at Amazon
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When dealing with migraine attacks, a hot bath can be incredibly helpful. There are plenty of bath additives, but for people with migraine, nothing is better than Epsom salt, aka magnesium sulfate. Epsom salt is known to ease aches, pain, and muscle tension, so it’s no wonder that health pros frequently tout the benefits of adding it to a bath. Epsom-It bath bombs gives the benefits of taking a salt bath with the fun of a bath bomb. Most bath bombs have strong fragrances and artificial scents, which could trigger migraine attacks. Epsom-It bath bombs are unscented and paraben-free for convenience without the trigger risk.

Blackout Curtains to Create a Seriously Dark Room

Sun Zero Blackout Curtains

$38.22 at Amazon
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Light sensitivity is a struggle for many people with migraine. Not only can bright light trigger an attack but photophobia is one of the most common migraine symptoms. These blackout curtains are thick, machine washable, and easy to hang, so they’re ideal for creating a deeply dark space.

Roll-On Pain Relief

New Miuz Magnesium Roll-On

$16.14 at Amazon
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Generally speaking, you should steer clear of anything heavily fragranced when choosing a gift for a loved one with migraine. That said, certain essential oils, notably lavender and peppermint, can help ease pain. The New Miuz magnesium stick roll-on is a soothing blend of magnesium, arnica, lavender, peppermint, and spearmint eucalyptus oil in an easy and convenient roller-ball bottle.

A Lavender Scented Eye Mask

Brookstone Weighted Sleep Mask

$8.99 at Amazon
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Wearing an eye mask at night is a great way to block out any extra light and fall asleep faster, and using a weighted mask is even better. Weighted sleep masks provide gentle pressure around your eyes and temples, which can help ease head pain. This sleeping mask from Brookstone adds another level of relaxation. It has a light lavender scent and can be warmed in a microwave or chilled in a freezer before use.

The Gift of a Silent Night

Soundcore Sleep A20 by Anker Sleep Earbuds

$143.99 at Amazon
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Finally, give the gift of a good night’s sleep with these noise-blocking earbuds from Soundcore. Wireless earbuds are essential for anyone with migraine who wants to block out external noise and listen to music, but these take it to the next level. Their ergonomic design and gentle material create a pressureless pair of earbuds perfect for side sleepers.

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