Essential oil spa refers to the method of using essential oil spa oil (a blend of carrier oil and essential oil) applied to specific areas for massage. Through massage, we can help the body relax and relieve stress.
Massage Techniques:
1. Effleurage: This is one of the most effective techniques in essential oil massage. It involves a series of gentle, gliding strokes that allow the essential oil to penetrate the skin, promoting relaxation and calmness. Use the entire palm, not just the fingers. Keep your hands relaxed, and adjust the pressure from firm to soft. This helps relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce tension and stress.
2. Petrissage: This technique is like kneading dough. The thumbs can apply slight pressure, but the movements should be slow and controlled. This technique is particularly helpful for areas with thicker fat layers and the back. It helps relax muscles, promote blood and tissue fluid flow, and assist in toxin elimination.
3. Combination of Techniques: Apply the above two basic techniques to different parts of the body. Always massage towards the heart. For children and the elderly, use gentle effleurage strokes.
Different Massage Techniques for Body Parts:
1. Face and Eye Area:
Essential Oil Facial Massage Steps:
Step 1: Apply 2-3 drops of the blended massage oil to your palm. Spread it on the face with upward strokes and on the forehead with outward strokes.
Step 2: Use your fingers' knuckles to massage in circular motions from the forehead to the temples.
Step 3: Gently press around both eyes with your knuckles.
Step 4: Use the knuckles of your four fingers to massage the face in upward circular motions.
Step 5: Use your fingertips to push and massage the jawline upward.
Essential Oil Eye Massage Steps:
Step 1: Apply 1 drop of essential oil to your middle finger and spread it thinly around the eyes.
Step 2: Use your fingers to massage the lower eyelid from the inner corner to the outer corner, about 15 times.
Step 3: Use your index finger to gently apply pressure on the middle part of the eye socket to stimulate acupressure points, improving blood circulation and reducing dark circles.
Step 4: Finally, combine the index, middle, and ring fingers and press them gently around the eyes for about 5 seconds to promote circulation and relieve eye fatigue.
