3. Thyme
Thyme is a member of the mint family. According to John Gerard, an English herbalist, thyme can be used to cure sciatica and headaches. A study in the Caspian Journal found that thyme essential oil is more effective at treating menstrual cramps than ibuprofen. To relieve the pain, you can use a mixture of 3 drops of thyme oil with two teaspoons of sesame oil and apply it to the area in pain and massage it for a couple of minutes.