5 Best Essential Oils For Massage Therapy

Sometimes we all feel a little stressed and tired because of the hectic schedules. And when you feel like your whole body is aching from the stress of everyday life, there is one treat that you can best give to yourself and that is to go for a good essential oils massage therapy session. If you are looking for something to do to erase all the traces of stress and tiresome days not only in your body but also in your mind, you can never really go wrong with an oil massage. Nowadays many salons have started the facility of body spa in which they massage our body with the essential oils which are good for our skin. But those massages are quite heavy on the pocket. So here we have a solution for it! We present to you the best essential oils with which you can massage your body or face at home and gain a youthful glowing skin. 

1. Lavender Oil 

Lavender oil is very effective for pain relief, insomnia, and stress. If you want to reduce age spots, try mixing lavender oil with frankincense essential oil and put it on your skin first thing in the morning, right after you shower and right before bed. Another benefit of lavender oil is if you are suffering from a migraine, a head massage with lavender oil for 15 minutes will give you relief from the headache in no time. The next benefit of lavender oil to our body is it is excellent for preventing sunburns on the lips and heals chapped dry lips. Try adding a couple of drops of oil to shea butter, jojoba oil, coconut oil/coconut butter, or another carrier oil and then rub it onto your lips for protection. If you are sunburned in other areas on your body, try using the same method to heal the skin more quickly and prevent itchiness and peeling that result after a bad sunburn. 

2. Tea Tree Oil 

Tea tree oil massages are very famous because of its numerous skin benefits and it is easily available in the market. If you massage your body and face with tea tree oil, you will hardly face any problem of acne. If you're looking for a home remedy for acne, dilute a few drops of tea tree oil with 20 to 40 drops of witch hazel, and massage this on your skin and body. You will get rid of acne very soon! 

3. Olive Oil 

The benefits of olive oil are numerous. A nourishing olive oil massage helps in relieving sore muscles and strained joints. The powerful anti-inflammatory compounds present in the oil soothe arthritis pain, recover inflamed tissues and protect the skin against infections. Olive oil body massage helps in calming the nerves, increasing blood circulation throughout the body, improving energy levels and supplies overall nourishment to the body. All of us love to wear short skirts and airy summer dresses at this time of the year, but uneven bumpy skin surface and cellulite on hips, thighs, and upper leg region often makes us self-conscious and uneasy. Regular body massaging with olive oil is a natural solution to reduce hip fat. Olive oil massage also helps to get rid of that stubborn cellulite. 

4. Grape Seed Oil 

Whenever you use any oil on your skin, it leaves you with greasy skin that you cannot go out with. Grape seed oil is very light and its application will leave you with soft and baby-smooth skin. It is also useful for people with sensitive skin as its application does not lead to any kind of allergic reaction. That is why people opt for grape seed oil massages more in the salons. Another benefit of this oil is its anti-aging properties. If you are tired of the fine lines and wrinkles that make you look much older than you really are, your worry is about to end now. Start regular application of grape seed oil as it is full of antioxidant properties that are excellent for slowing down the skin aging process. 

5. Jojoba Oil 

This is one of the best oil if you are suffering from sunburn. Daily application of this oil on your body will definitely help. You may be religiously applying sunscreen when you have a beach holiday, but sunburn is not exclusive to beaches. If you find your skin turning red every time you step out, it indicates skin damage from UV exposure. This inflammation can be relieved by applying jojoba oil over the affected area. The vitamin E and B-complex in the jojoba oil help in damage control and skin repair. Under the protective layer of this waxy substance, the skin can regenerate the cells. So next time rather than opting for expensive treatments of de-tanning, massage your body with jojoba oil and see amazing results. 

These are some of the best oils which you can find in the market. Massage therapy with these oils provides great results, and the best part about this is you are not going to apply any chemical based products. These oils are natural and safe for daily use and anybody can apply because they do not have any side effects. Hope the next time you want a good body massage, these oils will help you. Do share your favorite essential oils and beauty secrets in the comments below! 

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