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Massage and Massage Oils Massage can also be used for relaxation, when used with aromatherapy oils can be used directly in a bath, or mixed with a carrier oil for use as a massage oil . If you want a natural way to heal or restore body and mind then massage and aromatherapy will help you. Massage is neither complicated nor difficult and can form part of a healing process. The following is a simple guide to the different types of massage that can be used to ensure the best results. Always massage with the flow of your body, which is towards your heart. When massaging the abdomen the flow is in a clockwise direction, using circular movements that follow the flow. Be aware of the person whom you are massaging, to ensure that it is a both a comforting and soothing experience, especially where the young and the very old are concerned. After exercise, massage is a useful way to help the body rid itself of toxins that have built up during muscular activity. As massage helps the body to release the toxins, make sure that you drink plenty of fluids (preferably water) afterwards to wash the toxins through the system, this also helps stop the aches and pains associated with strenuous exercise. Most of all enjoy it!
Types of Massage There are 4 main types of massage Effleurage (Stroking Movements)
Petrissage (Kneading Movements)
Friction (Circular Movements)
See more details in our Massage help pages
What Type of Massage for your Body? Different areas of the body need different massage styles, to get the best from massage see our massage help section - there are also areas on massage for children and babies as well as what oils can be used. You can also use massage whilst you are pregnant -this can prove very beneficial
FREE Collect Your Aromatherapy Guide FREE For more details on buying our products select the links below Aromatherapy can also be used for relaxation, whether used directly in a bath, or mixed with a carrier oil for use as a massage oil . If you want a natural way to heal or restore body and mind then aromatherapy will help you. Massage Oil Our massage oils are hand blended to give you the best quality natural oils. Using Grapeseed as the carrier in most instances as it suitable for all types of skin. It is also an emollient, contains a high level of linoleic acid and some vitamin E. Being light the oil absorbs readily, has little smell and is less likely to cause staining of the clothes. (However it is best if possible to ensure any massage oil is evenly applied and rubbed well in leaving 15 - 20 minutes to allow the oils to absorb fully.)
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