Massage therapies and therapeutic oils go hand-in-hand for relaxation and pain relief. But for a professional massage there has to be an appointment made and money paid to get any relief. If you have a willing partner at home, or if there are areas of pain that can be done alone, then why not create your own therapeutic massage oils. You can save time and money alone with the convenience of at-home massages. These pain and relaxation massage oils are easy to make and are cheaper in costs than to purchase ready made oils.
The main oil base can be most any oil that is cold-pressed or expeller-pressed. They are both carrier oils with very little processing and this is important for last longer during the massage therapeutic session. To store your oil when not being used, the best place is to be cool and dry, while it should have 300 IU's of vitamin E per each pint of oil. Vitamin E should be added every 4 weeks to the oil during storage to keep the oil from breaking down. It is the various blends of essential oils or oils distilled from the many various plants, roots or seeds that will do the specific healing of pain during the initial massaging of the inflamed area.
Some of these
essential oils include pleasingly scented ones like, sweet almond oil that acts as an anti-inflammatory relief. Sweet almond oil is a light blend and good for most all skin types, and especially dry skin. Apricot kernel oil will reduce stress, provide balance, and can improve prematurely aging skin. Borage oil is good for eczema and psoriasis, while penetrating deeply to regenerate and stimulate for healing. Neem oil is anti-inflammatory and is used for arthritis, sore muscles, bruising and eczema. The Kukuk nut oil is an anti-bacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory being lightweight and warm oil. Olive oil also gives a nice warming effect for relieving stiffness throughout your muscles and joints.
There are many more essential oils to blend with good carrier oil for various types of relief and relaxation. Some therapeutic essential oils are sandalwood, rosemary, lavender, eucalyptus, orange, peppermint, patchouli, lemon, rose, jasmine, basil, and cedar and tree oil. These are only a few of many other mixtures for blending to a specific need. There are several ways to find out the exact essential oils that you desire. Most all organic stores and independent markets has an area were all of these types of oils are sold and a knowledgeable staff member can help in your needs and questions. Of course, the Internet has a lot of information on
massage oil blends.
