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What are a great massage oils combinations and their benefit?

Stressful days are common in today’s busy lifestyle. When stress adds up, your body wears down and sends signals by displaying fine lines, wrinkles, and ugly unexpected spots. Thankfully, massage oils come to your rescue here. Not only is a massage therapeutic, but it also gives you a ton of health benefits. From loosening up your muscles to improving blood circulation, a relaxing massage is a perfect end to the day.

Body Massage Oils With Their Benefits

Body massage oils are the best ‘pick-me-up’ at the end of stressful days and get your body recharged and refreshed. Besides that, body massage oils deliver a host of vital nutrients your skin needs to continue looking younger and glowing. If you’re wondering “Which oil is best for body massage?”, look no further. Here are some of the best natural body massage oils along with their benefits:

1. Olive Oil

Olive oil is a full body massage oil and ideal for a light massage since it gets absorbed very slowly into the skin. The good news is that it’s perfect for relaxing your muscles and locking in moisture. The only downside i find is the smell…

Why This Oil:

  • It boosts your blood circulation and flushes out toxins, bringing a natural glow to your skin.
  • It eases aches, muscle spasms, and any pain or inflammation.
  • It protects your skin from oxidative stress when massaged regularly.
  • It delivers a host of nutrients and minerals, thus boosting your metabolism and energy levels.

2. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is an excellent carrier oil and pairs best when combined with other essential oils. It’s ideal for massages that involve short strokes and the oil doesn’t turn rancid even when you let it sit for a while on your skin. One thing i would like you to pay attention to, while using it on your face too much, it can block the pores…

Why This Oil:

  • It has medium-chain fatty acids and saturated fats which keep your skin hydrated and lock in moisture.
  • Coconut oil helps in reducing ageing, fine lines, and wrinkles.
  • This oil a rich source of Vitamin E and has antioxidants which are beneficial for skin health.

3. Almond Oil

Almond oil is easy on the skin and suitable if your skin is sensitive. This is a pain relief body massage oil and it’s neither too heavy nor too light.

Why This Oil:

  • It’s soothing on the skin, anti-inflammatory, and acts as a moisturizer.
  • It protects the skin from UV ray exposure. It provides skin-beneficial minerals and nutrients, thus eliminating tan.
  • Almond oil relaxes the muscles. It relieves pain and soreness too.

4. Grape Seed Oil

Grape seed oil doesn’t carry any smell and is very relaxing on the skin. The best part about it is that it adds glow to your skin. It’s perfect for various kinds of massages and even has antimicrobial benefits which are a plus. This oil is on the light side of oils.

Why This Oil:

  • It contains a compound known as ‘resveratrol’ which is known to be anti-inflammatory.
  • It has ample amounts of Vitamin E, linolenic acid, and phenolic compounds

5. Argan Oil

Argan oil is beneficial for therapeutic massages and spas all over the world popularly use it. It’s best known for its non-greasiness and keeps the skin wet or moisturized for long. Thus, it’s perfect for those with dry skin. Since a good Argan oil is expensive, i will consider using it only for your face, which will do amazing work as a serum.

Argan magic for your skin

Why This Oil:

  • It softens your skin and boosts elasticity. Smooth skin also means reduced signs of ageing and no wrinkles.
  • It hydrates your skin and locks in the moisture content. This prevents drying out and also gives a healthy glow.
  • When you use argan oil for massage, it loosens up your muscles, relieves soreness, and gets rid of muscle aches and joint pains.

6. Sesame Oil

Sesame oil has been hailed as one of the best Ayurvedic massage oil for men and women alike according to ancient scriptures. It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties plus it nourishes your skin with high linolenic acid content. You can even use it on your scalp to nourish your locks.

Why This Oil:

  • Sesame oil is extensively used to relieve joint pains or muscle pains.
  • Sun damage from UV ray exposure leads to the formation of tan lines, fine lines, wrinkles, and sun spots. When you massage your body with sesame oil, you lower your chances of these things happening to your skin since it protects your body against sun damage and its other harmful effects. You can also find it in Pure Sun Protection Cream.
  • The oil is gently warmed up and combined with various herbs and essential oils. The resulting blend nourishes the skin, detoxifies the organs, and completely rejuvenates it, leaving you feeling refreshed and more youthful.

7. Avocado Oil

Avocado oil is a powerhouse of nutrients and very effective in revitalizing your skin. It locks in moisture, supplies the body with proteins and fats and protects your skin against ageing and other harmful effects. Most important of all, it boosts your collagen production and helps in getting optimal skin elasticity.

Read more about Avocado benefits for your skin

Why This Oil:

  • It’s a powerhouse of various nutrients like linoleic acid, oleic acid, linolenic acid, beta-carotene, Vitamins A, C, D, E, etc.
  • It increases collagen synthesis which makes you look younger and energetic. Collagen synthesis is also responsible for giving soft and supple skin.

You are welcome to enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating body massage at Pure Salon!