How to Make Warming Massage Oil

Dimmed lights, soft music, herbal essence, and healing hands often make for an exhilarating spa experience. The mixture of oils and herbs has been used for ages and considered highly effective. Unfortuntately, this spine tingling experience can be very costly. However, you can create your very own herbal concoction by following the steps below.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• base oil
• essential oil
• herbs
• saucepan
• cheesecloth
• coffee filter
• bottle

1. Choose a light oil as your base. Olive, canola, or coconut are great choices. They are light weight and feel smooth against the skin. Not greasy like some heavier oils.

2. Add a desired herb. Herbal plants and flowers have been around for centuries and are known for their healing properties. If you want to feel stimulated and more energized choose a mint extraction. If it's peace and serenity that you seek a few drops of lavender will do the trick.

3. Heat things up. Once you have combined the oil and herbs place them in a saucepan for cooking. Allow them to cook just below a boil. Then remove the saucepan from fire and allow the mixture to sit for 30 minutes.

4. Purify. Drain the oil using a coffee filter or cheesecloth into a bottle. This step helps eliminate impurities.