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A Beginner’s Guide to Aromatherapy Massage
Find out everything you need to know about aromatherapy massage here.
In short: Aromatherapy massage uses a plant oil scented with essential oils, applied with slow, rhythmic strokes. At home, choose a ready blended massage oil, warm it in your hands, work with long strokes on the back, shoulders and limbs, and keep the room warm and quiet. Our Ayurvedic massage oils are vegan and ready to use.
Aromatherapy massage brings together touch and scent. You do not need training to enjoy a simple massage at home with a partner or on yourself.
What is aromatherapy massage?
A massage with a carrier oil, such as sesame, sunflower or jojoba, blended with essential oils for scent. Ready blended oils save you mixing and measuring.
How do you give a simple massage at home?
- Warm the room and the oil.
- Start with long, slow strokes along the back, from the lower back up to the shoulders.
- Use circles with the thumbs either side of the spine, never on it.
- Knead the shoulders gently.
- Finish with long strokes on the arms and legs.
How do you choose a massage oil?
Choose a scent you enjoy. Our Everfresh Massage Oil has petitgrain, orange and patchouli. The Massage Oil Gift Set of four 30ml oils lets you try several. See all massage oils.
Is it safe for everyone?
Patch test a new oil first and avoid the eyes. If you are pregnant or have a medical condition, check with your doctor before using essential oils.
Who makes Holy Lama massage oils?
Our oils are hand filled and hand labelled at our own factory in Kerala, India, by a family business that dates back to 1946. Our body care is vegan, except Holy Balm and Lip Balm, which contain beeswax.
See also how to use an Ayurvedic massage oil at home.
Frequently asked questions
What is a carrier oil?
A plant oil, such as sesame or jojoba, used as the base of a massage oil.
Do I need to mix my own oil?
No. Ready blended oils are simpler and already balanced for scent.
Are your massage oils vegan?
Yes.
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