Making choices about what type of medium your massage therapist could use for your massage shouldn't have to be your burden, however, if you have sensitive skin, you may want to have a say on the issue.
As a therapist, I find a simple organic fractionated coconut oil to be user friendly for the largest variety of my clients. It's light, blends well with essential oils, a less expensive common item on hand, and my clients usually prefer it too. Other oils can be used, such as sunflower, sweet almond, or even avocado. Each has its own unique benefits and its drawbacks. Some are tacky or absorb quickly, and some are just greasy. If you have a known nut allergy, you should advise your therapist, so a nut oil is not used.
Massage lotion is cheap, usually comes in a bottle with a pump and is commonly used for relaxation and Swedish massage. It's not as commonly used as oil and cream, as lotion does not glide well, it must be reapplied often and over-massaging can cause pilling, or clumping, which can be uncomfortable for both client and therapist.
Massage oils make the best carrier oil for aromatherapy. Essential oils used for aromatherapy should not be used directly on the skin without proper guidance from a professional. Essential oil blends on a more concentrated level are often formulated with specific purpose for natural topical healing and analgesics. If you feel you may benefit from essential oils or would like to know more about the benefits of essential oils and aromatherapy, have a conversation with your therapist and discuss your needs and preferences.
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