Preferred Massage Lubricant will be a blend of mostly natural Coconut Oil and Shea Butter. Tiger Balm will be used for stubborn aches and pains.
Coconut oil is a powerful moisturizer that is beneficial to restoring dry or flaking skin. Unlike your average moisturizer that contains a lot of water and likely synthetic ingredients, coconut oil helps to strengthen skin tissue more deeply and eliminate dead skin cells while absorbing quickly into your skin. Coconut oil also helps to delay the occurrence of wrinkles because it contains antioxidant Vitamin E, known to protect skin cells from damage over time. The Vitamin E found in coconut oil soothes eczema, sunburn and psoriasis, and its antiviral and antifungal benefits even help to treat bug bites. Coconut oil contains 3 fatty acids: capric acid, lauric acid and caprylic acid. Each of these acids kill candida, a common cause of fungal infection on your skin.
An ivory coloured natural oil extracted from the edible nut in the fruit from the Shea Tree. The tree grows mainly in the Savannah Regions of West Africa, it has been used there for many centuries for which it has many uses, one of which is an intense moisturizer containing anti-aging qualities, revitalizing and repairing damaged skin. It penetrates the skin allowing the skin to breathe without clogging the pores. Shea is rich in Vitamins A, E and F to help soothe, hydrate and balance the PH in your skin, reducing appearance of stretch marks also providing collagen for elasticity which assists with wrinkles and most important for the client, reducing muscle aches, fatigue and tension. A massage with Shea Butter will not only relieve muscle stress but knowing that it has anti-aging and skin healing properties gives a sense of prolonged youth.
Tiger Balm is a natural pain reliever that has been used topically for a long time now. The product is made from various herbal ingredients which are mainly found in Asia. In fact, this product was only available in Asia for the better chunk of its life history. It was only available to the rest of the world through international trade. The producers claim that the herbal ingredients used in the product are a well-kept secret that dates back to the 18th century. All the same, the producers claim that they have used modern technology to enhance the working formula of the product. Tiger Balm is primarily used for;
Joint pain associated with arthritis, Relieving muscle stiffness, Acute headaches, Discomfort from mosquito bites, Sinus Congestion
The producers insist that the ingredients used to make this product are a secret, but we have established them to be;
- Camphor – Camphor is known for its warm and soothing sensation that is known to take away pain when topically applied. It is also a power anti-inflammation ingredient.
- Cajuput oil – Cajuput has been used in ancient medicine to relieve discomfort that is associated with sore muscles, stiffness and bruises. It is also believed to have anti-septic properties.
- Clove oil – Clove oil is a natural disinfectant that has the ability to warm the skin and reduce swelling.
- Menthol – Menthol is a local anesthesia that is common in topical creams used to relieve pain
There are many different types of massage oils available. There are single massage oils such as sweet almond oil or avocado oil or blended oils containing two or more massage oils. If massage oil is your choice, please be aware some oils are more likely to leave you feeling greasy after the massage, while other massage oils go rancid quickly and take on an unpleasant smell. Worse, some oils might irritate skin or cause allergic reactions. Robert will respect your choice if massage oil is your preference. Robert will have a sensitive skin oil available at time of massage.
A selection of cream bases containing pure and natural botanicals are always to hand at the time of massage, if any massage carrier oil is too harsh for your skin, we can substitute it as regards your preference. These revolutionary cream bases work as a traditional carrier but be aware some creams will most likely contain essential oils in its mild form.
