You can’t have a great massage without the oil. No, sir. The massage oil helps to smooth the movements of kneading, pushing and so forth that are usually used during a massage. Without it, the massage will feel rough and stressful. Massage oils also serve other purposes, depending on the kind of massage oil you choose. There are some that work as moisturizers and some that relieve you of pain.
Now, here is a short list of massage oils that are available in the market:
Apricot kernel oil is one of the popular choices for a carrier oil, that means that you can mix a few drops of essential oil to apricot kernel oil and it can effectively take on the properties of the essential oil. Apricot kernel oil is smooth and fine-textured. It also contains vitamin E that helps fight free radicals. Another oil you can look into is jojoba oil. This is a good skin and facial cleanser since it unclogs the pores and removes excess oil and grime.
Chamomile oil is popular for its ability to calm people down. It also promotes a good night’s rest, as well as provides relief for headaches and insect bites. Another great relaxing oil is lavender oil. A whiff of this will help you ease into sleepy-land.
Sandalwood oil also is an excellent stress reliever. It is also helpful for those who are asthmatic, or who have bronchitis, coughs, sore throat and urinary tract infections. Having a scent similar to sandalwood oil is cedar-wood oil, which also reminds one of the smell of pencils. It is also beneficial for those who have urinary tract infections. It also helps to rid one of phlegm and bladder and kidney ailments.
Massage oils provide you with a pleasant and relaxing experience at the massage table. There are a lot of massage oils to choose from, you can even pick and choose the oils you like and combine these. Now, that’s what we call personalizing relaxation!
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