Foot Massage Techniques

A foot massage can be one of life's diminutive luxuries. And yet, they are too seldom given and enjoyed. The guess why? Few population believe they know how to give a foot massage. No need to be tentative - it's easy to give a marvelous foot massage if you just know the basics.

A great advantage of foot massage is that you can give one to yourself. Or, you can give one to someone else. Regardless of either it's foot massage done solo or with partner, getting started begins with preparation the feet for a treat.

Get ready for your foot massage by fully washing the feet. You may wish to soak the feet first, getting them relaxed and ready to massage. Soaking feet in Epsom salts or dead sea bath salts is an perfect choice. Both consist of properties that are relaxing and therapeutic to tired and weary feet.

After soaking and cleaning, dry the feet fully with a soft towel. Then select one of many foot or massage oils to use for your foot massage. Pour a small estimate of massage oil into your hand and begin to massage the oil into one of your feet. If you're lucky, someone else will do this for you so you can totally relax and enjoy the massage for the sumptuous treat it is!

Generally, starting at the top of the foot is the best place to start. Working about the toes, it's best to use slow, smooth, and gentle motions to work the oil in as you advance with the massage. Then gradually move toward the ankles. Use your thumbs to massage the bottom of the foot as you move toward the ankles. Alternate pressure - light pressure, then firm - working to relax the feet and get circulation flowing.

Don't forget to massage the soles of your feet as well. Because soles can be a bit ticklish, you'll want to use firm, deliberate, stroking which will feel relaxing instead. As you did earlier, begin at the toes and work toward the heels, interesting back to the toes again, this time working the sole as you go.

You can repeat these motions as long as you like. A foot massage can be an extended delight if you desire.

As a romantic twist, you can turn a relaxing foot massage into a sensual massage that can set the tone for a romantic evening. By dimming the lights, or working by candlelight, you can heighten the environment and set a sensual atmosphere. You might reconsider using a massage oil candle which gives you two-in-one benefits.

Light the massage oil candle as you soak, letting the massage oil melt. Then use the melted oil to give your foot massage. Let the candle continue burning, emitting light fragrance and melting additional massage oil, all adding to the romantic ambiance as you give your partner an perfect foot massage, and you one back in return.

Regardless of how you give your foot massage, your feet will unmistakably thank you. Enjoy!