Make massage oil yourself: fast and uncomplicated
You feel like a little wellness in your own home or a sensual massage? Whether self-massage or with the partner: with a massage oil it's a real treat. And you can do that yourself!
Make massage oil yourself: the basic recipe
You can make your own massage oil very easily, for that you need:
- 100 ml base oil (eg vegetable oil)
- about 10 drops of essential oil
- Dark vial for filling
- Possibly. funnel
Tip: Use a dark vial for your massage oil, because light can make some oils rancid.
And so you can do your own massage oil
- Put the base oil in the cleaned vial, if appropriate, use a funnel.
- Then you dribble the desired essential oil into the glass.
- Close the container and shake it vigorously to mix well.
These oils are suitable for massage oils
You can use the base oil pure. Or mix in natural essential oils that can positively affect your mood and well-being. Should it be more sensual, invigorating or relaxing? We have some popular suggestions for you!
Suitable base oils
- almond oil
- coconut oil
- jojoba oil
- Apricot kernel oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Evening primrose oil
- Rosehip Oil
- olive oil
- sesame oil
- Moringa oil
- avocado oil
Olive oil spreads very well and is also great for dry and sensitive skin. Also make sure that the chosen oils match. Olive oil, for example, has a strong odor, be rather sparing with the essential oil.
Almond oil is also suitable for sensitive skin, it also has anti-inflammatory effect. Avocado oil is well tolerated and should promote the cell regeneration of the skin. You have dry skin? Then use sesame oil, which is good for dry skin, provides moisture and strengthens skin cells. Sesame oil also plays an important role as a massage oil in Ayurveda.
Essential oils for homemade massage oil
- vanilla oil has an aphrodisiac effect
- lavender oil has a calming and relaxing effect
- lemon oil has an invigorating effect
- Rose oil has a calming effect
- Thyme, rosemary and peppermint oil stimulate the blood circulation
- eucalyptus oil relaxes the muscles
- Ylang ylang oil invigorates and is mood-enhancing
Caution: Before you start making your own massage oil, first test the essential oil for compatibility! Because these can cause allergic reactions.
So that active substances in oils are sufficiently present, make sure that they are all natural. More information and tips on the topic can be found here: Essential oils and their effects.
An alternative to the oils are dried flowers such as lavender and chamomile or herbs such as lemon balm and rosemary. The oil should be prepared beforehand, because it must be a few days, so that smell and effect can unfold. Important: store in a dark place.
By the way: With essential oils and other few ingredients, you can also make shampoo yourself and make shower gel yourself!
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