Oils for a better body

Not only does a massage provide some much needed relaxation, it can also benifit your bodies immune system.  In order to enjoy a massage and gain the benefits, its important to pick the right oil for your body.  Spa’s will usually use a blend of aromatic oils but if you are planning for your significant other to give you a sensual massage at home, here’s a few options for you.

Jojoba oil which is actually a wax extracted from the seed of the jojoba plant is a good option for most people prone to back acne because it is thought to have antibacterial properties and contains long chain wax esters that closely resembles skin sebum.

Rich in Vitamin E,  Apricot Kernel oil is a good alternative to sweet almond oil for people with nut allergies. However, it’s slightly costlier than almond oil.  One of the most popular massage oils is Sweet Almond oil, even among massage therapists. Pale yellow in color, it’s absorbed fairly quickly, thus not making you feel greasy.

Although you may think of Coconut oil as being a thick and white solid oil, fractionated coconut oil is actually a light non greasy liquid oil. One of  the top features of fractionated coconut oil is that it tends not to stain sheets which is a problem with most massage oils.

The oil extracted from Sunflower Seeds is rich in the essential fatty acids such as  Linoleic. Palmitic and Stearic making it perfect for healthy skin. But sunflower oil can go rancid quickly, so it should be purchased in small quantities and stored in a dark cool area. Squeezing one or two capsules of pure vitamin E oil into the bottle may help to extend the shelf life.