You will be surprised just how easy it is to make an aromatherapy massage oil. I am going to show you how to make your own aromatherapy massage oil, as well as how to choose the best oils and essential oils to suit your needs.
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Elements of a massage oil
To make your own massage oil you will need:
- Carrier oils
- Essential oils or Fragrance Oil
- Container to store your oil in
What to look for in carrier oil?
Odor: Different oils have distinct aromas that you will want to keep in mind when formulating your massage oil as these odors can change the smell of your finished product.
Shelf life: Different oils have their own shelf life, keep this in mind when making your massage oil. Think about how long will you want to store the massage oil.
Skin absorption: In a massage oil, we want to choose oils that absorb kind of slow.
How it feels: You will also want to take in consideration how the oil leaves your skin feeling. You are going to want to stay away from oils that leave your skin feeling greasy or sticky. You want to use ones that leave your skin feeling soft and hydrated.
Carrier oils
Apricot Oil
Apricot oil is loaded with fatty acids and vitamin E. It is suitable for all skin types, including dry skin.
- Odor: Faint nutty scent
- Absorption speed: Quick
Argon Oil
Jammed packed with essential fatty acids and Vitamin E. I love how intensely argon oil hydrates the skin.
- Odor: Slight nutty aroma
- Absorption speed: Average
Fractionated Coconut Oil / MCT Oil
I have found that fractionated coconut oil gives the oil a lighter feel. It is also non greasy and it leaves your skin feeling silky (not greasy) once absorbed. It does not interfere with the aroma of your essential oils and does not stain your sheets.
- Odor: none
- Absorption speed: Fast
Grapeseed Oil
Grapeseed oil is a not too greasy oil and it is great for hydrating skin.
Odor: none
Absorption speed: Medium
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil technically isn’t an oil at all, it’s a wax. But it doesn’t feel like a wax it feels like an oil. Jojoba oil does not clog pores, like at all. It closely resembles the sebum that our skin produces naturally. And, it won’t stain your sheets!
- Odor: none
- Absorption speed: Average
Olive Oil
Olive oil is a great moisturizer. Since it absorbs very slow, you will want to use it in small amounts.
- Odor: None
- Absorption speed: Slow
Sweet Almond Oil
I love sweet almond oil as a massage oil because it absorbs slow and extends the glide time.
It is said to be able to provide some relief from itchy skin.
- Odor: none
- Absorption speed: Slow
Choosing which essential oils to use
Choosing which essential oils to use is going to be completely dependent on what you want to use this aromatherapy massage oil for. Is it for a romantic massage? Maybe your trying to help someone relax? Or are you working on sore muscles?
Bergamont
Bergamot essential oil is wonderful at reducing stress and tension. At the same time it is uplifting and refreshing.
Chamomile
Chamomile essential oil is incredibly relaxing and calming. It is said to be able to help with sleep, anti inflammatory and used for muscle aches.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus oil is said to increase blood circulation. It is also used for muscle aches and muscle fatigue. Plus, it smells amazing!
Frankincense
Frankincense essential oil is said to help with concentration and reducing irritability.
Geranium
Geranium essential oil is said to help eliminate dead skin cells and it is also used to reduce tension and increase concentration.
Lavender
Lavender essential oil is very soothing and calming and let’s be honest it just smells amazing.
Peppermint
Peppermint essential oil is great for opening up your sinuses. It is also suppose to be good for headaches, soothe joint pain and inflammation.
Rosemary
Rosemary essential oil is both relaxing and energizing at the same time. It has antibacterial properties to help keep acne at bay.
Sandlewood
Sandalwood essential oil is great at relieving stress and tension. It smells kinda woodsy but with a floral under-note.
Sweet Orange
Sweet orange essential oil is said to be beneficial to the health and the overall appearance of your skin. It is great at reducing stress.
Ylang Ylang
Ylang ylang essential oil can help to boost your mood and reduce anxiety. It also has antibacterial and anti inflammatory properties.
Essential Oil Blend Suggestions
- Aches and pain blend
- Eucalyptus, peppermint and Rosemary essential oils
- Fatigue blend
- Lavender, chamomile and ylang ylang essential oils
- Romantic blend
- Ylang ylang, geranium, sandalwood and sweet orange.
Making aromatherapy massage oil with essential oils
1. Weigh out all of your ingredients.
2. Mix your carrier oils together in a mixing bowl.
3. Add you essential oils or fragrance oil and mix well.
4. If you are adding any botanicals to the oil, go ahead and pop them into your oils.
5. Pour your massage oil into your container.
How To Make Aromatherapy Massage Oil
Equipment
- Scale
Ingredients
- 0.45 ounce | 5% Jojoba Oil
- 4.50 ounce | 50% MCT Oil
- 1.60 ounce | 17.8% Sweet Almond Oil
- 2.25 ounce | 25% Grapeseed Oil
- 0.20 ounce | 2.2% Fragrance Oil or Essential Oils
Instructions
- Weigh out all of your ingredients.
- Mix your carrier oils together in a mixing bowl.
- Add you essential oils or fragrance oil and mix well.
- If you are adding any botanicals to the oil, go ahead and pop them into your oils.
- Pour your massage oil into your container.