How to make your own oil for a relaxing massage

To make your own precise massage oil of what is called a "base oil", which is the main ingredient. The most frequently used is sweet almond oil. But it can also be coconut, olive, sesame, jojoba or grape seed oil. These oils are considered neutral. They do not have an aroma too intense.

You can do a massage only with the base oil, but if you add essential oils you will take advantage of the properties of their active ingredients. Therefore, we are interested in choosing essential oils with relaxing qualities. If you are pregnant, it may be a good idea to massage yourself with the base oil. Choose quality oils for your relaxation mix

Keep in mind that both the base oil and essential oils must be of high quality, because they are absorbed by the skin. They must be pure one hundred percent, better if they are organic production and, if the opportunity arises, fair trade. This way you ensure that the cultivation of the plants has not harmed the environment and that the workers have not suffered from bad working conditions.

If you want the highest quality, choose chemotyped oil. These types of oils are currently used by most aromatherapists. Its characteristic is that the manufacturer guarantees a standardized content of active ingredients.

You decide how much massage oil you want to make. If you decide on small quantities then you can try new mixes more often.

Once the mixture is made it is convenient to do a tolerance test in a small area of skin and you will know if the ingredients are right for you. You can do this test on the wrist or in the neck, especially sensitive areas. If the skin is irritated, it is probably an allergic reaction. In that case it is better to try other oils.

Essential oils should never be applied to the skin without diluting them. The general rule is that 10 to 20 drops of essential oils are added per 100 ml of base oil.