How to Give an Aromatherapy Massage
An aromatherapy massage is one of the most sensual things you can do for your significant other. The aromatherapy massage doesn’t have to be used only when you want to be intimate, it can also be used when you want to you’re your partner relax after a hard day of work. Or, an aromatherapy massage can be used as a “just because” type of activity. In order to perform an aromatherapy massage, it is important that you know the right oils and techniques to use.
The scent you use for the aromatherapy massage will have a lot to do with the kind of mood that you want to set. For example, lavender is often used to put people to sleep while eucalyptus is used to wake people up. The best kinds of oils to use for an aromatherapy massage are those that will not evaporate or be absorbed by the skin too quickly. Lost lasting oils help to make the aromatherapy massage more enjoyable because you do not have to keep stopping to reapply the oils. Take care, too, when you are picking out scents for the aromatherapy massage. Select scents that are soothing and not too overpowering. If you know your partner doesn’t like a particular scent, take care not to choose that one for the aromatherapy massage.
The mood of the room is also important for the aromatherapy massage. Since you are trying to help the person relax you should set up the room so that the atmosphere is relaxing. Instead of using overhead lights, use candles. You might consider choosing candles that have the same scent as the aromatherapy massage oils that you are going to use. As with the oils, make sure the scent of the candles is not overpowering.
It is always a good practice to give yourself a little aromatherapy massage before you give one to someone else. By massing yourself first, helps to make sure that the muscles in your neck and shoulders aren’t too tense for the massage. It also helps to loosen up your hands to for the aromatherapy massage that you are going to give to your partner.
You are now ready to give an aromatherapy massage to your partner. Have him or her lay down flat on the bed with the stomach down. Topless is the best way to make sure that the oils can take affect on the body. Start the aromatherapy massage by smoothing oil on your partner’s back. Use the flat part of your palm to make wide, smooth strokes on the back. Be careful that the strokes are not too intense as this may cause more pain than it does comfort. Use your fingertips to massage the muscles around the neck and shoulders. Make circular motions while moving toward and way from the neck. Make sure to notice your partner’s response to your motions. If he or she begins to tense up more as you do the aromatherapy massage, loosen your grip and use softer motions.
Follow these steps in order to give your partner the most amazing aromatherapy massage.
