The latter in fact is the main
reason for oil being used during
the execution of a massage.
Other benefits include
improvement of the skin
condition and also the
improvement of the overall
health.
Selecting the type of oil to
use
Is there any guideline that you
need to follow while selecting
the oil for the therapy? It
would be best if you remember
that there are people with
different skin types. Particular
oil may be safe enough for one,
but may cause irritation to a
person with sensitive skin.
There are individuals who may
not like the scent of particular
oils.
Moreover, while you select the
oil it is essential that you buy
those that are cold-pressed or
expeller-pressed. They last
longer as they go through
extensive processing. Similarly,
you may go in for combining your
choice of essential oils, just
make sure they produce a good
aroma. It is likely that your
massage therapist shall ask you
your desired combination.
There are different types of
oil that you may use
You have a variety of options
for massage therapy. Given below
are some oils that are commonly
used.Anti-inflammatory
components are borne by the
sweet almond oil. It is light
and is suitable for many skin
types. It is best for those who
have dry skin. Balance in the
skin is brought by the
application of apricot kernel
oil. It is helpful for the
prematurely aging skin as well.
Avocado oil is heavy so you
should dilute it in lighter
oil.To draw out the toxins,
castor oil is the best, though
it is thick and sticky. it is
the best for the treatment of
the scar tissue. Coconut oil
treats cracked skin and needs to
be warmed before usage.Emu oil
is good for arthritis, sore
muscles, bruising and eczema.
Owing to its non-allergic
components, grape seed oil can
be safely used.Anti-bacterial
components are present in kukui
nut oil and jojoba oil.The
warming effect of olive oil
provides relief to
stiffness.Great amount of
vitamin E component and
essential fatty acid is present
in wheat germ oil. It helps to
heal sun damaged skin, stretch
marks, scar tissue, improves the
blood circulation and treats
symptoms of dermatitis.
Holy oil goes deep into the skin
and is well-known for its
molecular structure.Hazelnut oil
is a great moisturizer that
helps in tightening and toning
of the skin and also enhances
the capillaries and regenerates
the cells.Massage oils are
really therapeutic. They not
only soothe your tight and tired
muscles but they also help to
make you feel better mentally
and emotionally.
