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How to Make Heating Massage Oil

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By Maggie Hira
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Make Heating Massage Oil
Make Heating Massage Oil
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Heating massage oil made of aromatic essential oils is used to relax and treat aching muscles while the scent wafting from the plant extracts provides its own therapy; calming and clearing the mind. Moreover, heating massage oils turn skin soft and silky to the touch, making it easier for a masseuse to knead the muscles. Rosemary essential oil is used to improve poor circulation and heal muscle cramps and minor arthritis pain. Lavender essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties that soothe minor cramps, headache and stress. Lemon and grapefruit essential oils have strong aromatherapeutic properties that are known to calm and relax.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Lemon essential oil
  • Lavender essential oil
  • Rosemary essential oil
  • Grapefruit essential oil
  • Coconut oil
  • Glass bottle or jar
  • Vitamin E liquid
  1. Step 1

    Combine five drops each of all the essential oils (lemon, lavender, rosemary and grapefruit) in a glass bottle or jar. Seal the jar and let the essential oils mellow and mix together for a couple of days. This will allow the oils to sufficiently blend into each other.

  2. Step 2

    Add about 2 oz. of coconut oil to the essential oils mix, and shake the bottle vigorously to blend. Coconut oil is a natural oil that is an excellent skin softening moisturizer. It's also known for its stress-relieving properties.

  3. Step 3

    Place the sealed glass bottle in a warm water bath to heat the massage oil. You can also microwave it for about 30 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Apply the heating massage oil to your temples, neck and shoulders. Rub in a circular motion into your skin for a soothing and calming effect, and to alleviate minor aches and pains.

  5. Step 5

    Add 1 tsp. of vitamin E to prolong the shelf life. Store in a cool, dry place for future use.

Tips & Warnings
  • Test the heat of the oil with a finger before applying it onto your body.
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