Unlocking the Secrets of Massage with Essential Oils

Massage therapy has many testimonies attesting to its ability to give a calming effect, relieve tension, and create peace in an individual. However, there are many ways a massage can become 100x better. A massage with essential oils is the way to go! 

The Benefits of Combining Massage with Essential Oils

Massage with essential oils is a treatment that benefits body and mind. Essential oils are plant extracts that arise as highly concentrated essentials. 

Improved Relaxation

Notably, essential oils such as lavender, natural chamomile, and ylang-ylang, known for their impactful tranquility, are in demand. Though applied topically during massage or diffused in the air, these oils help trigger a state of deep relaxation, which helps reduce stress and anxiety levels while bringing feelings of well-being within healing.

Enhanced Pain Relief

Some essential oils are popular in curing muscle pain, muscle spasms, and body fatigue as analgesic and anti-inflammatory relief properties of peppermint, eucalyptus, or ginger. Essential oils can quickly help alleviate these discomforts. However, when used in massage therapy, these oils can effectively prolong the pain-relieving capabilities of treatment. In addition, it targets inflammation symptoms with pinpoint precision.

Balanced Emotions

Aromatherapy dates back to 8,000 B.C. and has since been used to support emotional health and well-being. Some essential oils that many people neglect but play an important role in improving mood and balance include bergamot, rose, and frankincense. When performing massage, diffusion of these oils helps therapists instill a cozy and relaxing atmosphere that makes clients feel more empowered, centered, and less vulnerable to emotional vicissitudes.

Specific Essential Oils Used in Massages at Massage of Santa Fe

Lavender

Lavender essential oil is also recognized for its calming effect, and we use it with many massage therapies. With its soothing smell, it aids in promoting deep relaxation and relieving stress and tension.

Peppermint

Peppermint oil is a sensation-creating cosmetic with a refreshing and cooling effect to relieve muscle pain and soreness. Its scent feels almost refreshing and can promote awareness of the individual.

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus essential oil earned a strong reputation for fighting respiratory diseases and clearing congestion or sinus issues. Since its aroma is so fresh and invigorating, the air that clears the mind bridge outlives with vigor and renewal.

How Essential Oils Enhance the Therapeutic Effects of Massages

• The action of utilization in essential oils takes place by using limbic sense stimulation. It’s done through the veining olfactory system and taste organs.
• The smell of essential oils leads to a feeling of peace. Moreover, it’s an excellent way of relieving stress and bringing about a relaxed mental and physical state.
• The oils serve as mediators or support structures that arouse physiological responses that help ease thinking processes. Hence, reducing stress and relaxing.
• Topical Application and Diffusion. As a result of massage or diffusion, it practically helps essential oils penetrate the air through inhalation, resulting in improved therapeutic effects.

Do You Want to Get a Massage with Essential Oils?

We are excited to present our massage with essential oils at Massage of Santa Fe. Our experts make sure that the essential oils we use complement your body. So, whatever you need, whether it is a good night’s sleep or good riddance from any aching body, we have it all. Call us at 832-856-9088 to book an appointment.