Massage oil

Languid sliding of hands over the body during the massage is impossible without the use of a special oil that saturates the skin with vitamins, nutrients and moisture. Its various types are able to fill the procedure with special magic, tenderness and, of course, a healing effect.

You can use talc, oil, oil mixtures for massage or use nothing. However, the vast majority of massage therapists consider the use of funds a prerequisite, because their merits are undeniable. So, various oils during a relaxing or healing procedure can fight:

• with stretch marks and cellulite;
• overweight;
• lack of moisture and nutrition;
• sagging;
• stress and negative emotions.

In addition, even the most intense contact with the skin with the use of oil products passes without damaging the epidermis, which is especially important for adherents of power anti-cellulite massage and other types of treatment.

And the presence of aromas brings a person into a relaxed state, makes you plunge into an atmosphere of languor and calmness, and even get a positive charge for a long time.Isn't that what we expect from a quality massage? Therefore, it's time to start choosing the right massage oil.

Massage oil is traditionally divided into basic and essential subspecies. The former are used as a basis, the latter as therapeutic and prophylactic components in the amount of a few drops per total volume. When mixed, a massage oil is obtained, which provides gliding of the hands, softness of touch and a healing effect.

And those and other varieties are huge. Some of them can even be used for massaging babies, some are only valid for massaging adults. For example, vaseline oil is a frequent ally of baby massage. Experts consider it an environmentally friendly product, however, many mothers are sure that a synthetic substance obtained after oil refining cannot benefit the baby. Parents also liked hypoallergenic coconut oil, but, unfortunately, it is not possible to use it without an additional base.

However, for a massage it is absolutely not necessary to go to a pharmacy for special products. Refined vegetable oil stored in the refrigerator can be an excellent budget base for home massage. Aromatic drops of any essential product can transform it and make it part of a magical procedure.

Natural oils for procedures are widely used all over the world. So, in India, mustard oil is especially popular. It is rubbed to warm up the muscles of athletes, it is recommended for children and people of respectable age.

• Linseed oil stands out among the basic components of products for rejuvenating aging skin.In addition to antiviral and antibacterial action, this species promotes cell regeneration. The effect of the procedures is preserved for a long time, because the remedy tends to retain useful and nutritious substances. Linseed oil is used with various esters. For example, to massage the skin of the hands, which is characterized by dryness and premature aging, a linen base with chamomile, lavender and eucalyptus ether is suitable. Chamomile with a similar base is also suitable for massaging the nail plates and cuticles, saturating the nails with vitamins. Speaking of body massage, the linen base perfectly fights cellulite, actively breaking down fats.

• Sesame oil is a heavier type than linseed oil. However, this is where its healing effect lies. It is used in larger quantities, as if "bathing" the body in this miracle cure, which actively eliminates harmful toxins. Experts say that massage with this oil helps with problems with the gastrointestinal tract, normalizes sleep and even strengthens eyesight. The combination of sesame is in harmony with the esters of lemon, bergamot, frankincense, geranium and myrrh.

• Due to its availability and prevalence, sunflower base is widely used as a base. It is worth saying that not only the cost captivates lovers of home procedures and professional cosmetologists. It contains a large amount of B vitamins, and it is also great for use on oily skin.

• Combination of coconut, lavender and sunflower oils to massage hands and feet, elbows and shoulder joints. In acute rheumatism, another alliance is created with wild rosemary oil. However, there are a lot of combinations with sunflower oil, which means that you can safely use it in your experiments.

• Another edible remedy used in massage is corn oil. It has an excellent regenerating effect on the general condition of the epidermis, improving color, beauty and appearance. Enhanced nutrition and softening can be achieved in combination with esters such as lemon, orange, lavender, ylang-ylang, jasmine, bergamot, rosemary and juniper.

• Apricot kernels are especially common in professional massage circles. Cold pressed apricot kernels gently nourish the skin without clogging the cells. The product from the first procedures provides elasticity and rejuvenation of the skin. It is actively used in combination with chamomile, bergamot and lavender for skin inflammations and with avocado, orange, rosemary and tangerine for anti-cellulite procedures.

• The almond base has also proven itself. Its effect is especially significant during anti-cellulite massage, because getting into the deep layers of the skin, blood circulation is activated, and consequently, the removal of toxins from the whole body. Almonds are odorless and rarely cause allergic reactions, go well with many esters, and even when used on their own, they are very effective and useful.

• In addition to the above, active allies of a useful massage are jojoba, coconut, olive, wheat germ oils.

It's no secret that essential oils are a storehouse of vitamins and nutrients for the skin. However, these products are much more concentrated than conventional herbal extracts, which means that it is important to dilute them correctly. The volume of ether in the total amount of oil should not exceed 4 percent. If this condition is met, it's time to start saturating the skin with useful trace elements.

• The most affordable today is orange essential oil. However, its availability does not affect the beneficial properties, for example, in relation to increasing tone and mood. And orange and peach oils in combination are a pleasant and easy remedy for cellulite. Yes, this is not a panacea for getting rid of unpleasant bumps on the body, but elasticity and attractive appearance will be noticeable after a few applications. It has anti-cellulite action and grapefruit, juniper and lavender ether in tandem with grape seed oil.

• Extraordinarily pleasant and fresh ester of peppermint and cloves can get rid of stretch marks. Of course, dilution with transport oils is mandatory here.

• Joint pain is able to remove massage with tea tree oil. Sea buckthorn oil acts as a diluent, which has a positive effect on skin regeneration, its velvety and softness.

• In the season of colds and respiratory diseases, massage with cedar oil will be the best prevention. Its unique composition will also be useful in the fight against cellulite, in the pursuit of smooth and elastic skin, and the preservation of youth.

Experts in the field of esters say with confidence that the regular use of oils can transform the entire body, add energy and increase tone. This is a worthy alternative to expensive creams and means to preserve youth.

You can make a miraculous elixir for massage procedures yourself, or you can trust store options. When choosing a finished product, you need to pay attention to the consistency.So, oil based on coconut and jojoba will be liquid, and the consumption will be high, based on olive and sesame - dense, but capable of leaving marks on clothes and bed linen. The choice in this or that favor depends only on your own preferences and desires.

An important point is the area of ​​the body where the relaxing procedure is planned.

Facial skin massage can take place using only base oil, maybe with the addition of some kind of ether. In any case, this procedure allows you to fill the cells with vitamins, tighten the skin, make it soft and supple. When massaging the face, it is very important to follow the correct technique, as, for example, in the video below.

Nut and apricot oils are often preferred as a base for the face. For dry skin, avocado and wheat germ oils are suitable. The oily type will happily take on the liquid and light jojoba oil. Normal skin will become even better and more perfect when using a sunflower and olive base.

Having decided on the base filler, it's time to choose the active component. It is worth saying that a huge number of esters can bring beauty and elasticity to the skin.

Popular types of active oils for the face:

• cinnamon, which relieves puffiness;
• cleansing bergamot;
• eucalyptus, soothing irritated skin;
• a rose with a rejuvenating effect;
• citruses, cleansing cells.

Even in ready-made products, the use of these types will bring a lot of pleasure and visible results.

Professional massage therapists are able to touch different strings of our soul with their movements. The choice of oil will depend on the relaxing or tonic effect, preventive or therapeutic.

• For a relaxing body massage, a mixture of mint, lavender and sage ingredients is optimal. The effect of this procedure will be calming and uplifting. To maintain tone, a massage using citrus fruits is a good choice. However, you should not do procedures after taking alcohol, as positive energy quickly turns into negative, reducing the masseur's efforts to zero.

• If massage serves as a romantic part of the evening, ylang-ylang, jasmine, patchouli, sage and clove oils are indispensable here. With their use, gentle massaging of the chest, abdomen and back is possible. For intimate areas, non-greasy bases, such as coconut and jojoba, will be the best option.

• For the head, there are special massage techniques aimed at nourishing the hair follicles and improving the general condition of the epidermis. Using any medium that is not too heavy as a base, such as linseed or jojoba, you can add lemon, cypress, thyme and tea tree to it. These components are an effective tool in the fight against excessive greasing of the head. The addition of thyme and rosemary to the base makes the massage not only pleasant for the hair, but also promotes their growth and strength.

• When massaging the legs, aimed at pain relief and relieving fatigue, it is recommended to pay attention to the esters of mint, pine needles, thyme and jasmine. If you plan a deep massage of the legs and other problem areas prone to "orange peel", the best option would be any citrus ester that actively breaks down fats.

You can talk about cellulite for a long time, however, even the owners of a slender body can have it to a lesser or greater extent. This means that procedures with an anti-cellulite effect should be carried out by almost every woman.

An inexpensive and effective warming agent is the addition of orange ether to the base. The mixture is also used for vacuum cupping massage. Coconut can serve as the basis here, which has a slight cooling effect and relieves pain during the procedure.

No matter how recommended and advertised a massage product from well-known brands, the best is always created with your own hands, because here you can track the use of only high-quality components. In addition, preparing a healing product at home is not difficult and accessible even to a beginner.

Most popular recipes:

• jojoba, geranium and grapefruit against "orange peel". You can replace jojoba with an affordable and common castor oil;
• sesame, bergamot, rosemary and grapefruit for warming up;
• jojoba, tea tree, lemon and cypress for face.

The options are different, however, all mixtures are made in a strict dosage, otherwise irritation and even burns on the skin will not keep you waiting. One tablespoon of base oil accepts about 6 drops of essential oil, that is, if there are several esters in the mixture, they should be added quite a bit, without exceeding the norm. The process of preparing massage oil and the recipe from the leading massage therapist can be viewed on the video.

Massage with salt and oils is suitable for men and women. The miraculous massage for osteochondrosis will be closer to the male sex, and women will note the anti-cellulite effect of the use of salt in combination with rosemary and any plant base.Salt has granules, acts on the skin brightly and unusually, so after each use to soothe the skin, a gentle cream with a light texture should come to the rescue.

The massage procedure using oils has its own subtleties and secrets. So, applying the product warm, namely equal to body temperature, significantly increases its beneficial effect. In addition, it is not recommended to wash off the healing texture after the procedure, because even after active actions, the oils continue to saturate the skin with nutrients. In case of obvious excess oil, for example, during the procedure with sesame oil, it is enough to blot the body with a paper towel.

Of course, not every woman has the time to buy and mix all the ingredients. This is not a reason to refuse the magic of massage, especially since well-known brands are ready to offer ready-made products.

• For example, Johnson`s baby brand offers a selection of affordable oils for babies and parents in a low price range. Here you can find a classic product based on liquid paraffin obtained by oil refining. As additives, an extract from aloe, chamomile, lavender and herbs is used. Light fragrance and excellent moisturizing properties are the hallmarks of Johnson`s baby products. Another series for kids is presented by Bubchen. All components in oils are natural, do not have impurities and dyes.

• A convenient tool for children and adults is represented by the Mustela brand. Many products from the series are sold in packages with dispensers for easy application. Mineral and sunflower oil are used as a base. The remedy for "Our Mom" ​​is rich in sea buckthorn and cedar oils.

• Moving away from the hypoallergenic theme of children, Natura Siberica has released a tonic oil suitable for any relaxing and therapeutic massage. Its composition combines evening primrose oil, raspberry, grape seed, nutmeg, and olive and jojoba are present as a base.

• If the goal is relaxation, it's time to pay attention to the product of the Siberian Health company. Here, sesame, sunflower and castor oils are skillfully combined with lavender and mint, sandalwood and rosemary.

Reviews of massage oils are mostly positive, because this procedure itself is pleasant. Speaking of homemade preparations, users highlight the healing effect of an ether like an orange. General tone, good mood and cellulite loss - that's what this product is loved for. Among the reviews there are other esters that are not subject to criticism, because they are completely natural and useful.

A favorite base for many is sunflower and olive. They also treat peach and apricot oils with love, because as a result, the skin is filled with a barely audible aroma.

Ready-made massage products have more opposing opinions. So, mothers are wary of the Johnson`s baby brand. The reason for this is an environmentally friendly base, but still made from refined products. "Our Mama" and Mustela have more positive reviews, however, the latter product has a too liquid structure, which is not very convenient for procedures.

Users heartily sing praises of the Siberian Health product and recommend it for romantic dates and a pleasant break from vain affairs.

Summarizing the above, it can be noted that there are many good and high-quality products for relaxing and healing procedures. However, finding the ideal is possible only through trial and error. The home remedy also requires experimentation. However, each new attempt will bring pleasure, fill with vitamins and give new knowledge about your own skin.