This article was co-authored by Marty Morales. Marty Morales is a Professional Massage Therapist and the Founder and Owner of the Morales Method, a manual therapy and body conditioning business based in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Los Angeles, California. Marty has over 16 years of massage therapist experience and over 13 years of experience educating others on the best practices for massage therapy. Marty has over 10,000 hours of private practice logged and is a Certified Advanced Rolfer and Rolf Movement Practitioner, CMT. He has an MBA in Finance from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles.
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Romantic massages are more intimate and sensual than the average massage, and they can set the scene for a relaxing and couple-focused evening. Ambiance is important when setting up for a romantic massage, as is knowing how and where to massage. Remember to take your time, focus on your partner, and enjoy connecting with them in a new and exciting way.
Rub cream or natural oil between your hands and start at the neck and shoulders, using long strokes and gentle pressure. Slowly glide your hands down to their lower back, and don’t forget to rub their arms, legs, and feet. Set the mood with some candles and ambient music.
Warning: Never leave burning candles unattended. If you put a scarf over a lamp, make sure the fabric isn’t actually touching the lightbulb and remove the scarf as soon as you’re done so it doesn’t catch on fire.
Tip: Make sure you shower and brush your teeth before giving your partner a romantic massage. You’ll be in close proximity and will want to make sure you smell your best!
Warning: Never use pure, undiluted essential oils to give a massage. Mix 3-4 drops with 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 mL) of a carrier oil first. Undiluted essential oils could irritate the skin.
Marty Morales
Professional Massage TherapistCommunicate with your partner throughout the massage. If your partner believes in 'no pain, no gain,' you can work a little around the pain zone and keep communication open — ask them how it feels before you keep going. If they tell you they like that spot, you can focus on the area.
Warning: Always pay attention to verbal and non-verbal cues. Remember that your focus during the massage should be on your partner and not necessarily on what may or may not come after the massage. Always get your partner’s consent before moving on to an explicitly sexual massage.
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