Importance of Massage.

A sensual massage is a great stress reliever; removes toxins from the body, and most important is an incredible experience.  Because the skin is the largest organ of the body and is covered with thousands of nerve endings, the very nature of touch stimulates all of our senses.

Setting the Mood.

Creating a comfortable enviroment is the beginning of a truly great massage.  Lighting, sound, smell and temperature all go into setting the mood.  You do not want to be disturbed so turn off the phones and have a way to lock the door.  Illuminate the room with soft lighting or candles.  Exotic incense or scented candles add a nice touch.  While it would be wonderful to have a commercial massage table, you can use a bed, table or floor -  just make sure ou have plenty of padding on any hard surface.  Assemble your oil/lotions of choice.  Make sure that the room is warm enough, at least 78 degrees.  Check you fingernails for length to make sure that you will not be inflicting any wounds.  Last but not least is the right music.  Selections should be soothing, relaxing and have the ability to repeat.  You don't want to stop the massage to change the music.  Also keep glasses of drinking water handy for both you and your partner.

Lotions and Oils.

Lubrication is an absolute necessity for a good massage.  There are lots of different kinds of massage oils, creams and lotions.  You may want to purchase a massage kit which has all of these items already assembled.  Also try Honey Dust which is a smooth edible powder that creates a unique sensation when dusted and massaged on the body.  Once again it will come down to personal preference as to the texture and fragrance you prefer.  Make sure that any product you use to massage the body does not contain Nonoxynol-9 which will irritate the skin.  Always warm the oil/lotion/cream before you start the application be warming it in the microwave or placing the bottle in a bowl of warm water.  Also apply the oil/lotion/cream to your hands first and them rub them together before apply to your partner.  Keep the oil/lotion/cream in close proximity to the area where you are giving the massage and replenish often.

Massage Techniques.

Let your partner take a hot bath or shower before the massage starts.  This will open the pores and start to loosen the muscles.  Position your partner face down first with arms at the side using pillows underneath the ankles and underneath the hip area.  Let a sheet or blanket drape over your partners body until you begin the massage and then remove from each area you visit.  One of the basic rules of massage is don't break contact with the skin -  once you have started the massage keep connected with your partner at all times.

"The Basic Strokes"

The Glide - Long smooth strokes using the entire hand that follows the curves of your partner's body.

The Palm - Hands are palm down on your partner's body and using the palms as the pressure points fan out across the body pushing up and then lessening the pressure and coming back to the starting point.

Push Pull - This is done on the sides of the body using both hands - as one hand pushes up the other comes back in a push-pull motion.

The Lift - This is the kneading, lifting, stroke with the fingers lifting your partner's skin.  All the thumbs - this is direct pressure by placing the palm of the hand on your partners skin and moving in a circular motion.  Put the oil/lotion/cream in your hand first and be sure it is warm.  Begin with a light rhythmic motion on your partner's back increasing to deeper, longer strokes.  Go slowly and repeat strokes.  Use your body weight for pressure rather than arm strength -  the massage will last longer.  Move from the back to the shoulders using the basic strokes listed above, then arms and hands.  Deep strokes on the arms or legs should always be done towards the heart rather than away from it.  Watch your partners reaction - stop anything that causes a grimace.  Continue to move to the butt, legs and feet.  Now move your partner to a face up position and reposition the pillows to the back of the neck and the knee area.  Begin with the scalp, face, and then move to the abdomen, chest, arms, legs, and the top of the feet.

Best Tip

If you are new at massage practice the basic strokes on yourself until you get familiar with them plus it will allow you to understand how they feel and how much pressure you should use.  Also purchasing a massage sample kit allows you to work with different lotions and fragrances.

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