Herbal body oiling is a simple yet powerful ritual of care—one you can feel almost immediately. Through self-massage, these plant-infused oils sink deeply into the tissues, nourishing the nervous, lymphatic, and immune systems. When the skin is well-hydrated, these systems remain resilient and supported.
BENEFITS OF BODY OILING:
- improved musculoskeletal and nervous system health
- softer, stronger, and healthier skin
- relaxed muscles and pain relief
- improved quality of sleep
- increased mobility
- stimulates internal organs
- lubricates joints, tones tissues, and strengthens limbs
- improved circulation and lymph drainage
- clearer thinking
- increased energy and stamina
- a well nourished whole body
HOW TO PERFORM SELF MASSAGE:
Perform this ritualin the morning for a day of vigor and increased energy; or before bed, for a more restful sleep.
Heat oil by placing the jar in a pan of hot water, until it is a pleasant temperature for you.
Sit quietly and slow your breathing. Applying the oil, generously to your body, working your way down:
- Crown of your head: work outward in a circular motion. spend some time here, to focus on your vital energy
- Face: upward, circular motion on forehead, temples, cheeks, jaw, ears
- Limbs (arms and legs): long, circular strokes, toward your heart
- Joints (elbows and knees): circular motion toward your heart
- Abdomen & chest: broad, clockwise, circular motion. On the abdomen, follow the path of the large intestine by moving up on the right side of the abdomen, then across, and down on the left side
- Feet: spend a few minutes here, there are many nerve endings
Leave oil on to penetrate for 5-15 minutes. Take a hot shower or bath to help expand the pores, so the oil is absorbed even more. Avoid vigorous application of soap. It’s okay to leave some of the oil on.
Gently pat yourself dry.
