The art of massage has many health benefits. Add some essential oils, and you’ve got a winning combo with this edible massage oil. This sensual blend will help soothe achy muscles, relieve stress, improve mood and help you connect with your partner.
Edible massage oil for better health
Most of us will readily admit that massage just plain feels good. Massage has been shown to have a whole host of benefits though. Here are just a few of the things a good massage can do (source).
- Reduce cortisol, a stress hormone that can also cause that unsightly belly bulge.
- increases serotonin and dopamine, our feel good chemicals that help to boost mood.
- Positively affects delta brain waves that promote relaxation and sleep.
- Increases white blood cell count to boost immunity (immunological and psychological benefits of aromatherapy massage
- Increases alertness and mental accuracy.
- Decreases pain and anxious feelings.
This study in particular found that participants who inhaled essential oils, or had them applied topically while a massage was done saw significantly better results than those not using essential oils. When you’re using aphrodisiac essential oils to massage your partner, you’re getting all of the benefits above, setting a romantic mood, and establishing a deeper connection with your loved one.
Aphrodisiac essential oils
These essential oils have aphrodisiac properties. I’ve organized them by scent family so you can choose which ones best appeal to you. If you or your partner hate a certain scent, even though its technically an aphrodisiac, neither of you are going to have a pleasant time with it. Personally I don’t like ylang ylang, unless its heavily diluted and mixed in a blend, and my husband can’t stand ginger.
Hot essential oils and skin irritation
Certain essential oils, especially the ones that are considered “hot” oils, like cinnamon, black pepper and ginger should be used sparingly. I’ve included the maximum dilution ratios of each essential oil for all of the edible massage oil recipes. All of the essential oils are used at a dilution that’s considered perfectly safe for skincare. And please, even though these are skin safe, make sure you still avoid particular sensitive areas, if you know what I mean. Burning, irritation and rashes in your nether regions are not fun!
Be sure to test your chosen blend for any skin sensitivities before applying it to large portions of the body. Apply a small amount to the inside of your arm and leave it for about 10 minutes, monitoring for any irritation or redness. All of these blends are using each oil at a dilution considered safe for adults, however personal reactions can still occur if you happen to be sensitive to an oil.
Citrus oils and phototoxicity
You’ll also notice certain phototoxic essential oils listed below, namely bergamot, lime and lemon. I wouldn’t slather this on and go sunbathe, but I’ve used these citrus oils at a percentage that makes phototoxicity not a concern here. See this article for all the details on phototoxic essential oil safety.
The perfect carrier oil for edible massage oil
I typically use coconut oil for massage, since it doesn’t immediately sink into the skin. Lighter oils, like grapeseed and rosehip seed oil absorb quickly into the skin, making it harder to use them for massage without constantly dumping more on. Sweet almond oil has a soft, sweet scent too it with a medium absorption rate, so it’s also nice for an edible massage oil. If you use unrefined coconut oil, it’s solid at room temperature, so you’ll need to store the blend in a jar.
Seductive spice edible massage oil recipe
- ½ cup sweet almond oil
- 10 drops Cinnamon leaf essential oil (not bark!) .5%
- 15 drops orange essential oil 5%
- 5 drops cardamom essential oil
Drip the essential oils into a 4 oz bottle, then fill the rest of the way with sweet almond oil.
Tropical island edible massage oil recipe with coconut oil
- 20 drops ginger essential oil 5%
- 20 drops lime essential oil .7%
- ½ cup unrefined coconut oil
In a small bowl combine the essential oils and coconut oil. Stir well with a spoon or rubber spatula, then store in an airtight 4 oz glass jar.
Sensual floral edible massage oil recipe
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 20 drops lemon essential oil 2%
- 2 drops ylang ylang essential oil .8%
- ½ cup sweet almond oil
Drip the essential oils into a 4 oz bottle, then fill the rest of the way with sweet almond oil.
Awesome post for Valentine’s day! I’ll definitely try these out! Thanks for sharing with the Homestead Blog Hop!
Hi, could you please share the link where did you purchase the bottle for that recipe?
Since I have a body care business, I buy my containers in bulk from a wholesale supplier. You can usually find smaller amounts on Amazon for a decent price though.
Is there a way to make a massage blend, but also make it so it could be used as a perfume or room spray? I’m guessing less oil?
You would need to use different percentages of essential oil to carrier oil depending on what you’re using it for. These blends are formulated to be safe to rub over a large area of the body. Generally a perfume that’s only applied to a tiny patch of skin can have a higher concentration. I actually have a recipe for room spray here. https://www.theherbalspoon.com/2014/01/diy-room-freshner-spray.html
And you can read more about properly diluting essential oils here. https://www.theherbalspoon.com/2016/09/stop-diluting-essential-oils.html
Thank you
Can this also be used intimately? If not in it present formulation what changes would need to be made? thanks
Even highly diluted I would not recommend using essential oils on intimate areas. Plain coconut oil works very well though.
I have been using Sensation Massage Oil from Young Living.. any thoughts on how to attempt a DIY of this as it is now over $40 a bottle~
Sensation™ massage oil is a blend of Coriander, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Jasmine, and Geranium. It is a romantic blend that is refreshing and arousing, amplifying the excitement of new heights of self-expression and awareness.
If you’re using it over a large area of the body I would keep the total essential oils to about 2% total (or less). I haven’t tried that particular blend, but it seems like the coriander and ylang ylang would be a smaller part. Bergamot can cause photosensitivity if you don’t use bergapten free or keep it under .4%.