Body massaging oil

       January 1, 0000    1802

 

Body massage with oil is the most common type of massage. Body oil should be chosen according to the season and the personal charter. Sesame oil is the best for massaging. In the winter one can also use mustard oil, however it should not be used in summer. Those in the habit of steady inner use of mustard oil can massage with it in all seasons. Coconut oil and sunflower oil are also good for massaging in hot climate. In winter olive oil can be used as it is heating in nature.

Massage methods

It is better to start massage from the feet or from head. In self-massage one normally starts from feet, then the legs, hands, abdomen, back, chest, neck, shoulders, face and head. Whereas getting massage from some one it is usually started from head. There are no specific reasons for this. At first apply the oil on the part, which is to be massaged. Then massage the part softly with palms till the oil penetrates the body. When massaging, upward strokes should be in use. The motion should be uniform and not too fast and not too slow and pressure should be applied only on the muscles not the bones. Different types of actions of fingers and hands are used for massaging special organs. The person should receive a massage on an empty stomach. The best time for massaging is early morning or evening. Individual may wash the oil off after massage. Wait for 20-30 minutes before washing. There should be no anxiety, stress, anger and worry. The person should focus fully on the part being massaged. It is better to get massage from an expert. One should evade taking a massage when there is too much mucus in the body. When suffering from fever and after one has undertaken cleansing therapies like vomiting and purgation the massage should be avoided.

Benefits of body massage

Massage stimulates the inner functions of the body and provides nourishment to different body tissues. It helps in cleansing the toxins from channels. Massaging with oil gives lubrication to various body mechanisms. It stimulates the different enzymes, increases absorption of food and increases the vital body fluid. It works at both mental and physical levels of the body. It is helpful in the case of insomnia, weakness of nerves, laziness, tiredness, general weakness, dry and unhealthy skin too.


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