How to make your own massage oil: recipes for all occasions

For the best gliding of the massage therapist's palms during the procedure, various lubricating cosmetics are used. Massage oil is the most popular of them. It is used to massage the face, back, abdomen, head, etc. Massage for newborns is also not complete without massage oil.

It is worth noting that various essential oils are very popular in massage. They contain biologically active and nutritious substances that have a tonic, nourishing, and restorative effect on the entire body. Some of them have a positive effect on the condition of the skin, increasing its elasticity and firmness.

Massage oil with rose essential oil

Preparing massage oil

Of course, most cosmetic oils are publicly available. But this oil does not always please with its quality and effect. Therefore, we will prepare the oil ourselves. Find out how to prepare oil for massage right now. To make your own, it is important to know which essential oil is suitable for your skin type.

1. For oily skin – bergamot, eucalyptus, mint, orange, lemon;
2. For dry – chamomile, jasmine, nutmeg, ylang-ylang;
3. When normal - patchouli, sandalwood, cedar, lavender;
4. For mixed skin types - lavender, chamomile, jasmine, rose oil;
5. For sensitive people - lavender, clary sage, cedar;
6. For fading - clary sage oil.

For a cosmetic massage, you can add various creams along with essential oils. But when choosing them, some caution is needed. An incorrectly selected product can clog pores and slow down the process of hands sliding over the skin.

So, having chosen the necessary essential oils for yourself, you need to add them to the base oil. The best and most inexpensive carrier oil is grape seed oil. Almond, peach, soy, and avocado are also suitable.

The basic rules for choosing massage oil are that it be unrefined and cold-pressed.

One little secret: in order for the finished massage mixture to be stored as long as possible, you need to add a few drops of sprouted wheat germ oil to it. This oil is rich in vitamin E and also slows down oxidation processes.

Cooking algorithm:

take 30 ml. carrier oils and add 15 drops of the essential oil of your choice. This mixture is suitable for a full body massage.

The prepared massage mixture should be poured into a glass container, tightly closed with a lid and stored in a dark place.

To carry out a massage procedure, it is better to pour the oils in advance into a plastic container with a hinged cap for convenience.

Recipes for massage oils for different occasions

Oil for muscle pain:

1. 30 ml. carrier oils;
2. 5 drops rosemary;
3. 4 drops black pepper oil;
4. 6 drops of lavender.

Oil for relaxation and relaxation:

1. 30 ml. carrier oils;
2. 5 drops of chamomile;
3. 6 drops of lavender;
4. 5 drops neroli (orange blossom).

Oil to excite and create a romantic mood:

1. 30 ml. base oils;
2. 4 drops of sage;
3. 6 drops sandalwood;
4. 5 drops of jasmine.

For a warming bath:

These oils must be added to a warm bath.

1. 2 drops of sandalwood;
2. 4 drops of neroli;
3. 1 tbsp. spoon of base oil.

For special nights:

1. 30 ml. carrier oils;
2. 6 drops sandalwood;
3. 3 drops of patchouli;
4. 4 drops of neroli.

Don’t forget to create the right atmosphere: calm, relaxing music, dim lights, aroma lamp.