Essential Oil massage is used for a variety of different reasons, including relaxation, pain management, and improved mood. These are also some of the basic benefits of massage therapy. Adding essential oils is thought to enhance such benefits.
Some of the most popular essential oils used in massages include:
- bergamot
- cedarwood
- chamomile
- eucalyptus
- geranium
- ginger
- lavender
- lemon
- orange
- peppermint
- tea tree
Essential Oils are available to be added to a regular remedial massage session as an extra service. Our massage therapist Nick might diffuse an essential oil in the room during your session or he may add a few drops of oil to massage lotion and apply it directly to your skin.
Massage therapy has been linked to short-term decrease in physical aches and pains and improved mood. Adding an essential oil for an aromatherapy massage can potentially enhance the effects. For example, if you have aches and pains from depression, then adding a mood-boosting oil like orange could also make you feel better.
What are essential oils?
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils for certain benefits. Examples include lavender, orange and bergamot, and eucalyptus. These “aromas” are all plant-based derivatives from herbs, tree extracts, and flowers. Essential oils are extremely concentrated so to be used correctly they should be diluted into milder oils, humidifiers, or lotions. The overall purpose of essential oils is meant to improve your physical and mental well-being.
Here are some of the benefits of Massage and Essential Oils that can help you with:
Back, Neck and Shoulder Relief
Stress Relief
Anxiety Management
Improved Circulation
Assist in managing Depression
Sinuses
Abdominal Massage to assist with congestion of digestive system
Migraines/Headaches
Diabetes – to improve circulation
