Massage oil

Massage oil is ideal for gliding over stubborn as well as dry or damp skin areas and supports soothing, relaxing massages. High-quality massage oil ensures an ideal massage in the form of facial massages as well as partial and full body massages. Overall, massages with the help of the lubricious massage oil become an intense moment of pleasure.

What is a massage oil?

Massage oil is based on mineral oil such as paraffin or fatty oil obtained from plants. It is based on a base oil that is mixed with various additives in order to achieve the desired effect - relaxation, stimulation, vitalization, etc.

The paraffins that are contained in the massage oil stay on the skin and do not oxidize. They also have a long shelf life. Depending on the vegetable oil used and the corresponding fatty acid composition, the oil penetrates the skin and releases its caring effect. However, it is sensitive to oxidation. Depending on the amount of unsaturated fatty acids, the oil may react more strongly with oxygen and go rancid more easily. Therefore, massage oils based on vegetable oil in particular are bottled in dark, light-protected bottles.

Shapes, types & types

Massage oil is offered in various mixtures. You can find herbal oils, aromatic oils and organic oils in well-stocked specialist shops under the name massage oil. Due to the individual composition with base oils such as sesame oil, almond oil, macadamia nut oil and essential oils, there are differences in the quality and type of massage oil.

Aroma oil is a mixture of a massage oil with an essential oil that is ready for use. The Ayurveda oil based on sesame oil is mixed with various base oils and herbs that correspond to the different Dosha types of Ayurveda. Baby oil is ideal for the sensitive skin of infants and young children. This massage oil is specially tailored to the delicate baby skin. The carrier oil, also called the base oil, is not characterized by smell or taste. The purely vegetable oil serves as the basis for a mixture.

The organic oil has a very special quality, which must meet the criteria and high standards of organic production in the food sector. This means that all ingredients used in the special massage oil may only come from organic farming.

An erotic massage oil does not absorb into the skin and is suitable as an excellent lubricant thanks to the silicone. A body oil is recommended for optimal body care and effective massage of problem areas. In the case of herbal oils, one or more base oils are provided with additional herbs and mixed with warmth. This is often used in Ayurveda treatment.

Structure & functionality

Massage oil can not only be used as an excellent lubricant, it also supplies the skin with important vitamins and nutrients and protects it from external influences. A side effect is also particularly soft skin.

In order for the massage oil to work so effectively on the skin, high-quality ingredients are required, without which the problem-free application of the massage oil would not be possible. Sesame oil and almond oil increase the effectiveness of the base oil and offer a variety of different uses and variations to care for and pamper the skin.

For aromatherapy, the need depends on the desired essential oil, which is mixed in the massage oil. An addition of one to three percent is sufficient. Refined, but also cold-pressed vegetable oils are used.

Whether sensitive almond oil, cheaper sunflower oil, soybean oil or grape seed oil: the quality of the oil used to produce the massage oil is important. Depending on your preference, this can also be a solid oil such as coconut oil, jojoba oil or apricot oil. With other additives such as essential oils, oil-soluble plant substances as well as extracts and perfume, it can be given a special note.

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Medical & health benefits

Massage oil can be used in many ways. It is not only used in the classic sense of massages, such as partial and body massages or facial massages, thanks to its skin-caring and relaxing effect, offering a wide range of applications. Massage oil with St. John's wort oil, the so-called red oil, is used for a traditional Breuss massage. According to studies, sunflower oil supports weight gain, especially in premature babies. The regular application of massage oil should also reduce the development of unpleasant stretch marks.

Lavender oil promotes sleep and has anti-inflammatory effects. Mandarin oil is considered to be an ideal muscle-relaxing massage oil, while lemon balm oil is more calming and refreshing. Massage oil optimally stimulates the skin's microcirculation. The skin receives the nutrients it needs through the oil. With menthol and peppermint oil, cooling effects are used in the massage oil.

In Ayurveda treatment, the effects of various oils are deliberately selected, for example for a forehead oil pour or an Ayurvedic mouth rinse.

Massage oil is also very suitable for dry or blemished skin. Massage oil is therefore used as an oil additive with a nourishing effect for base creams or as an additive for masks and packs. It also complements body and salt scrubs.

If you are sensitive to water-based creams, massage oil is a possible alternative. Massage oil is ideal for foot care because it optimally prepares sensitive, heavily stressed and chapped skin and increases the treatment effect.

Massage oil is only suitable for erotic massages if latex condoms are not used. The oil can crack them and lose their protective effect. Some massage oils with essential additives can also cause a burning sensation in the intimate area.