How to Choose the Perfect Massage Oil

Massages are a great way to give yourself or a loved one a real good pampering session. Not only are they a luxury experience, but can relieve stress, improve sleep and release tension in our bodies. 

There are a lot of different choices when it comes to choosing a massage oil, so we’re here to help you narrow it down. Once you think about the different components, uses and benefits of each, you’ll be able to choose the perfect massage oil for you. 

Why use massage oil?

Before we get into which massage oil to choose, let’s look at why we would reach for a bottle in the first place. 

It provides a better massage experience

If you want to give yourself or a loved one a massage, you could use any old body lotion. However, the soft, smoothing effect it has on the skin only lasts so long, so you’ll need to reapply a few times throughout the massage. With massage oil, you won’t have this problem, allowing you to really get deep into the skin and release tension,

A great routine for active people

If you exercise a lot or have a physically demanding lifestyle, then regular massages are great for relieving tired muscles and soothing your body.

Improve your wellbeing with massages

Massage oils are often infused with essential oils and fragrances that can serve the dual purpose of a massage and an aromatherapy session. Different scents can have powerful effects on the body and mind, improving your wellbeing and aiding sleep too. 

Think about your tastes and needs

First and foremost, you should pick your massage oil based on your own preferences and needs. As we mentioned before, massage oils can be made with other ingredients to boost the effects on your body. Things like CBD can be included in a massage oil to provide natural pain relief, or lavender oil to relax the body and mind before bed. This is a good opportunity to think about what you want to get from your massage oil besides the actual massage, and incorporate that into your search.

Know your skin type

Another thing to consider is your skin type. There are many different skin types and conditions that will affect your choice of massage oil. Most notably is how comedogenic the oil is. If your pores get clogged easily or you get blackheads on your body, then you want to avoid certain oils that can irritate your skin and clog pores. 

Comedogenic oils: 

• Coconut oil

• Avocado oil

• Cocoa butter

Non-comedogenic oils: 

• Jojoba oil 

• Sweet almond oil

• Argan oil 

• Hemp oil

Pick the best scent for your needs

Massage oils can come in a range of different scents which can have a variety of different effects on your body and mind. You can choose the scent of your massage oil based on their specific benefits too, such as relaxation, energizing or stress relief. 

• Lavender - for sleep and relaxation

• Eucalyptus - for energising

• Lemongrass - for energising

• Vanilla - for stress relief 

• Tea Tree - antibacterial and antifungal

• Ylang ylang - reduces stress and tension

And that’s everything to think about to find the perfect massage oil for you.