Looking to turn up the heat and deepen your connection with your partner? A sensual massage is the perfect way to relax, unwind and set the mood. Start with HighOnLove Sensual Massage Oil, a premium blend that’s infused with skin-nourishing hemp seed oil and comes in delicious aromas like Decadent White Chocolate, Tropical Sunset, Strawberries and Champagne, and Lychee Martini. (Pssst: Its natural formula won’t disturb pH levels, so it can even double as a lubricant if things get extra steamy.)
Ready to get started? Here are a few simple massage techniques to elevate your experience (plus, check out the video below for a demo of four essential techniques to try).
Start with Effleurage
Begin with gentle, loving strokes known as effleurage. Using your palms, lightly glide over your partner’s body to promote relaxation. This helps warm up the muscles and prepares them for deeper work.
Release Lower Back Tension
To release tension in the lower back, place one thumb gently beside your partner’s spine (never directly on it), while using your other hand to apply continuous pressure as you move upward. This technique helps relieve stress and muscle tightness in one of the most common areas of tension.
Try Closed Fists for Deeper Pressure
For a deeper massage, try using closed fists and moderate pressure. Start at the lower back and make slow, steady strokes upward towards the shoulders. This helps loosen up knots and improve circulation, adding to your partner’s overall relaxation.
Focus on the Neck
To finish off, move to the neck. Alternate between gentle upward strokes behind the neck and a firm grip to release tightness in the trapezius muscles. This is where people tend to hold the most tension, and a few minutes of focused attention here will do wonders.
Circular Thumb Strokes on the Shoulders
Use your thumbs to make small, circular motions on your partner’s shoulders. This helps release tightness in the upper back and shoulders, where people often carry a lot of stress. Apply moderate pressure as you work out any knots, and be sure to communicate with your partner to adjust the intensity.
Forearm Roll on the Upper Back
For a deeper, more intense massage, try using your forearms. Roll your forearms gently over your partner’s upper back, starting from the shoulder blades and working your way down. This broad stroke helps cover more surface area while offering a firm, soothing pressure.
Hand Massage with Thumb Pressures
You’d be surprised how much tension we carry in our hands and fingers from keyboard and smartphone usage. Gently take your partner’s hand and use your thumbs to apply circular pressure to the palm. Start at the base of the palm and work your way up to the base of each finger. Then, gently pull and squeeze each finger. You can even try weaving your fingers together with theirs (like you’re holding hands) and then gently wiggling out any tension in their fingers.
The key to a great massage is patience, attention and the right glide—so don't forget to reach for HighOnLove Sensual Massage Oil to take your massage up a notch. Whether you’re easing away tension or building intimacy, these moves will leave your partner feeling pampered and loved.
