Allergies Getting Worse? Try This Reviewer-Loved Nasal Spray

I’ve suffered from severe allergies my entire adult life, despite being unafflicted as a child. As a result, I’ve come to rely on everything from near-daily allergy meds to using a neti-pot to rinse out my sinuses. Recently, I came across the NeilMed Sinus Rinse, and the thousands of glowing reviews, ease of use and affordability have turned my head.

Scores of people at Amazon seem to prefer it over a neti-pot, which requires you to tilt your head as you pour the distilled water and solution into your nose. As someone who also highly dislikes that process, I’m increasingly compelled by how easy it is to use the NeilMed Sinus Rinse bottle.

Allergy affliction is on the rise, with many, myself included, finding that they are getting worse with age. As if that wasn’t bad enough, allergy season is intensifying as a result of climate change. In previous reporting, Dr. Shuba Iyngar, co-founder and chief medical officer at Allermi, told HuffPost that warming has affected “pollination patterns,” both intensifying and prolonging symptoms for anyone who may already be sensitive to pollen.

Having something like this sinus rinse in your allergy-fighting arsenal can be a great alternative for people who want to avoid antihistamines, which can have pesky side effects.

The NeilMed Sinus Rinse is a drug-free saline rinse that can help to wash away mucus, allergens and other irritants like dust, fumes, pet dander, grass, pollen, smog and smoke that can cause congestion, dryness, itchiness and post-nasal drip. You just squirt it confidently up your nostril and watch the debris fall out of your schnoz.

A nice side effect of using this rinse is that it can also help to moisturize dry nasal passages and sinuses, a must when fighting infection, irritation, allergies and more. One reviewer said it “feels so freaking soothing.” Another pointed out that “this will absolutely make you feel better,” while several noted that it’s a helpful healing tool post-nose surgery. Interestingly enough, more than one reviewer credits this rinse for helping them avoid illness.

The complete kit includes the sinus rinse bottle along with 50 premixed saline packets. You simply pour one sachet into the bottle and add distilled water for instant relief. Many use it on its own and find that it relieves a lot of unpleasant symptoms, but you can also use this rinse before additional nasal sprays.

Amazon is chock-full of incredibly enthusiastic reviews that emphasize this rinse’s effectiveness. Take a look at what shoppers have to say and snag one of these kits for yourself. You’ll be glad you have one on hand next time allergies, a sinus infection or a yucky cold strikes you down.

“Excellent product! Very easy to use and clean, and truly effective at relieving nasal congestion. I noticed a big difference from the first use, and it has helped me a lot with allergies and colds. The design is comfortable and safe, and it comes with clear instructions. I definitely recommend it to anyone looking to keep their nasal passages clean and healthy.” — Ángel Alemán

“A must have for all your sinus issues. Love the fact that you don’t tip the bottle (as in some others that look like a tea kettle). The bottle stands straight up and you just shoot it up your nose as you’re leaning over the sink. SUPER easy to use and this actually works and clears out and cleans out your sinuses!” — HMTXOL

“easy to use! This is my 2nd year to use and it had been helping me a lot to reduce my allergy.” — L Green

“This works surprisingly well! I have pregnancy related nasal congestion and do not want to take otc nasal spray. I will say the feeling of shooting water up my nose feels like it’s itching my brain and not the most comfortable. However, the outcome is so worth it. I live in a high desert climate so I think most of my congestion is generally related to the dry climate. Being able to clear out the sinuses and moisturize them has made a huge difference.” —Meredith

“Skeptical on the purchase I tried the spray as instructed. After the second day my nose stopped running and my sense of smell improved 50%. It was very discouraging for a long time not being able to smell a nice BBQ or fresh air. Would recommend to anyone with sinus issues.” — Christopher Lang

“A savior! great for sinus infections – better than neti pot.” — yana

“I can breathe easier. I use this product during the wintertime, allergy season, and whenever I need to open up my sinuses.” — Renee M.

“This stuff is a LIFESAVER when you’re sick!!!!!!!!!! It clears out my sinuses enough to help me be able to sleep, and I recommend it to EVERYONE!!!!!! And it’s not medicated, so it doesn’t have side effects! It leaves a bit of a salty feel in your nose, but it is still SO WORTH IT!!!!!!! I can go four-six hours feeling relief after using this!!! I cannot recommend it enough!” — Courtney Ranger