🌿 Tension Talisman Balm: For the Weight We Carry in Our Heads

🌿 Tension Talisman Balm: For the Weight We Carry in Our Heads

Some balms are born of inspiration. Others are born from a plea for help.

This one began with Jon’s best friend’s mom, a kind woman who takes frequent cruises. After one trip, she developed a prolonged episode of vertigo that refused to go away. She reached out and asked if I could create something to help—and of course, I said yes.

Crafted for calm — Tension Talisman Balm shown here in its final form, a soothing blend of herbs and essential oils ready to ease the weight we carry in our heads.

 

As I researched, I found something that resonated deeply: vertigo is closely tied to migraines. In fact, some people experience vertigo and vision changes without head pain at all—a condition known as vestibular migraine. I was stunned to realize how many of us live in bodies carrying tension, misfiring nerves, and nervous systems overloaded by trauma.

As someone with TMJ and autoimmune-related migraines myself, I started formulating not just for her—but also for me. And for Jon, too, who carries tension in his jaw and shoulders like I do. This balm isn’t just for vertigo. It’s for the deep, buried tension that accumulates in the jaw, the temples, the base of the skull—tension that trauma survivors often carry without even realizing it.

⭐ Star Ingredients

Ginkgo biloba, a time-honored remedy for circulation and cognitive clarity, is the star of this formula — chosen for its ability to ease the vascular tension behind migraines and vertigo.

 

Gingko Biloba
Known for its ability to increase circulation and oxygen to the brain, Gingko is often used to reduce dizziness and improve mental clarity. It directly supports blood flow—addressing the root cause of many migraines, which stem from the constriction of blood vessels.

🌿 The Formula

This blend is a mix of tried-and-true allies for pain, tension, and nervous system support:

Herbs in action — the beginnings of Tension Talisman Balm. Each layer of botanical support is steeped in nourishing oils to unlock the full tension-melting potential of this formula.
  • Peppermint: The most well-known headache ally. Cooling and soothing.
  • Cinnamon: Adds gentle stimulation to increase circulation.
  • Willow Bark: Contains salicylic acid—the same compound found in many over-the-counter pain relievers.
  • Ginger: Eases inflammation and supports circulation.
  • Chamomile & Lavender: Gentle, calming, and supportive for nervous tension.
  • Devil’s Claw & Yarrow: For inflammation, especially joint or nerve-related pain.
  • Eucalyptus & Rosemary: Clear the mind and sinuses, ease muscular tightness.
  • Clary Sage & Patchouli: Grounding herbs to ease overthinking and regulate stress hormones.
  • Gingko: For circulation and vertigo support.
  • Copaiba: A powerful anti-inflammatory and nervous system soother.
  • Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO): Helps drive ingredients deep into the tissue for fast results.

Base: Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil, Beeswax, Honey, Shea Butter

Essential Oils of: Peppermint, Patchouli, Ginger, Clove, Turmeric, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Clary Sage, Chamomile, Lavender, Copaiba, Ylang Ylang, Cedar, Gingko

✨ Sensory Profile & Ritual Use


Tension Talisman has a refreshing minty-herbal scent, softened and grounded by clove and copaiba. It’s designed to melt easily into the skin during massage, spreading effortlessly and absorbing well afterward—so you’re not left walking around with a greasy face.

Smooth, creamy, and quick to absorb — the texture of Tension Talisman Balm makes it ideal for head, neck, and jaw massage without leaving a greasy residue.

 

It’s a beautiful balm for head, neck, and jaw massage, especially after a warm shower. We recommend using it on:

  • Temples
  • Base of the skull
  • Jawline
  • Behind ears
  • Upper shoulders

This is a balm you can use with intention. Take a breath, ground yourself, and offer some healing back to the places that hold your pain.

💬 Testimonials

JB
“This has been a huge help to the tension I experience at the base of my head to my neck. I’ve tried many, and this one stands out big time. The service matches the product—absolutely great. Highly recommend.”

RF
“My wife and I purchased this hoping to find relief from migraines and vertigo. I started having migraines in the military at least once a week. No medication has ever helped, until this! My last migraine started and I applied the Tension Talisman Balm to the areas mentioned in the instructions. To my surprise, the migraine never fully set in. Usually they last 5–10 hours, but it never peaked. I haven’t had a migraine since applying this product nearly a month ago.”

KP (the original inspiration)
“After being treated for severe vertigo, I was left with chronic headaches afterward. This cream was amazing in relieving the tension in my neck and shoulders—HEADACHE GONE.”

🌘 For the ones who hold it all together...

Tension Talisman is more than a balm—it’s a ritual of relief. For migraines. For vertigo. For jaw clenchers. For trauma survivors. For people who carry too much in their shoulders and skulls.

This balm is your invitation to soften. To care for the places that get ignored until they scream.

🏷️ Price:

Tension Talisman Balm is available in two sizes:
Large (2 oz): $14
Trial (0.5 oz): $9

 

🌿 All Green Magick Apothecary products are free of THC and CBD. We proudly craft family-safe, herbalist-formulated remedies that are legal to ship and safe for everyday use. As with any herbal product, we encourage you to read ingredient lists fully and always spot test before first use. 🌿

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