Whether you are a massage therapist or giving yourself a massage at home, choosing the right oil is important as it is what allows your hands to glide smoothly over skin without causing friction. While there are many oils and lotions available to choose from, not all are suitable. Some turn rancid quickly and smell awful while others make skin feel greasy. There are certain oils that massage therapists recommend for body to body massage.
Sweet Almond Oil
One of the most popular oils for body massages among massage therapists, sweet almond oil is ever so slightly oily and ideal for body massages as it helps our hands in gliding easily over skin. The skin absorbs it rather quickly, but not too soon that it needs to be reapplied every few minutes. You should choose 100% sweet almond oil which is non-allergenic, which means that you do not have to worry about it irritating your skin.
Coconut Oil
When you think of coconut oil, you picture a white solid oil. However, when you warm it, it is actually a light, non-greasy oil in liquid form. It has a pleasant fragrance that adds to its appeal as a body massage oil. You should choose a high-quality unrefined and organic coconut oil, which is what massage therapists use. Not only does it glide on the skin very nicely, is an excellent moisturizer and has amazing properties that provide a range of benefits for your skin, making it healthy and beautiful.
Jojoba Oil
Actually, a wax extracted from the jojoba plant’s seeds, massage therapists use jojoba oil for people who are prone to back acne as it is believed that it has natural antibacterial properties. It is easily absorbed by the skin as well, which is why it is a popular choice as a carrier oil in aromatherapy massages. Last but not least, jojoba oil has a long shelf life, making it an excellent choice if you do not use the oil on a regular basis.
Other Superb Oils for Body Massage
Apart from the top three oils that abu dhabi massage therapists recommend for body massages, you can also opt for other oils such as apricot kernel oil, sunflower oil, avocado oil, olive oil, grapeseed oil, cocoa butter, wheat germ oil, shea butter, sesame oil, and kukui nut oil. Before using any of these oils to massage your body, make sure that you are not allergic by doing a patch test.
If you are going to a therapist for a massage and have an allergy to nuts, or any other substance, do not hesitate to call to let them know so that they can use an appropriate oil for you.