What Are Massage Oils? How to Use?

How to Use Massage Oils?

Massage oils are oils used by massage therapists to prevent friction when massaging any part of the body. Furthermore, not only do the oils used for massage help the massage therapists move their hands smoothly over the skin without tugging, but they also moisturize the skin. Their composition includes both carrier oils and essential oils, carefully combined. The carrier oils, such as jojoba oil or almond oil, help make the massage oil easy to apply. 

Combinations of various types of massage oils with essential oils, including lavender, chamomile, ylang-ylang, etc. incorporate incredible aromas and offer incredible benefits for nourishing the skin. 
The best way to use a massage oil is to first make sure you do a patch test to rule out any allergies. Then take your massage oil and spread it evenly over dry skin. Now, use gentle and long strokes to massage. Direct your focus to muscles or zones where tension often builds up. Areas such as the shoulders, back, etc, should be included. Avoid massaging sensitive areas. 

What Are the Benefits of Massage Oils?  

Here are some notable benefits of massage oils to consider;

• Relaxation: Using a scented massage oil can induce deep relaxation, especially since it usually contains essential oils such as chamomile and lavender oils that have calming properties.
• Reducing Muscle Tension: A warm oil massage, especially used for a foot or back massage, is beneficial for breaking down the tension in the muscles. This results in better pain relief and improved sleep. Foot massage will especially rejuvenate the muscles and the whole nervous system. 
• Improving Mood: Adding essential oils such as chamomile oil and bergamot oil can help with the release of good hormones and lift the mood. 
• Getting Rid of Stretch Marks: Essential oils such as coconut oil are incorporated in massage oils for their healing properties and ability to fade stretch marks. 
• Improving Mental Clarity: Since massage oils aid in relaxation and improve sleep quality, which in turn, contribute to making one feel more energized and have better mental clarity and alertness. 
• Cooling Sensation: Essential oils such as eucalyptus oil are added for their anti-inflammatory properties, allowing for a cooling sensation in the muscles. 

Can You Make Massage Oil at Home?  

You can definitely make your own massage oil at home to give yourself some me-time to de-stress. 
As we mentioned above, massage oils are a mix of essential oils and carrier oils. You can begin by choosing your carrier oils since they make up a large part of the massage oil. Their lightweight nature and mildness on the skin make them a suitable addition to the blend. Moreover, they are called carrier oils because they “carry” the essential oils and allow them to be safely used on the skin. The reason is that carrier oils, in their pure form, are too strong to be applied directly. 

You can opt for jojoba oil for its nourishing properties, grapeseed oil since it is loaded with essential fatty acids, or sweet almond oil for how light and vitamin-rich it is. Essential oils elevate the massage experience significantly and can be selected according to your specific needs. Lavender oil is the best for relaxing and relieving muscle pain. 

Peppermint oil can also help reduce muscle tension. In contrast, clary sage is known for its ability to promote relaxation and soothe the body. To prepare your massage oil, just add about 8 drops of essential oil to a glass bottle and then add your carrier oils. Shake thoroughly to mix the two, and you have your homemade massage oil ready!

Relax with Scented Massage Oils at the Hürrem Sultan Hamam!   

The Hürrem Sultan Hamam offers the chance to experience perfect serenity with its scented massage oils, especially its Judas tree oil, which helps release tension in the body. You can let go of all your stress and surrender to a realm of bliss and relaxation with our fantastic scented massage oil. We have curated these oils to promote both your physical and mental well-being. 

At the Hürrem Sultan Hamam, we don’t just offer soothing massages; we blend tradition with modernity to provide you with a one-of-a-kind experience that stays with you wherever you go. Using massage oils is one of the best ways to treat yourself, and when you opt for the services at the Hürrem Sultan Hamam, you get the ultimate hammam treatment with aromatherapy massages that revitalize your body.