The physical action of massaging oil into your skin and joints helps to relieve stiffness and improves circulation, giving your whole body a nice glow and boosting energy and overall health. Since there is so little circulation in the joints, they can really benefit from the extra attention. Oil massage Some of the most popular and widely used oils for massages may include:

Coconut oil: Heavy and thick oil, it is best to warm it before use. It is especially beneficial for cracked, dry skin.

Olive oil: It helps to relieve hardness because of its warming effect.

Almond oil: It is especially good for dry skin, although it is beneficial for most types of skin. A light oil, it is also anti-inflammatory.

Kukui nut oil: This is light oil with a slight warming effect. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-bacterial.

Jojoba oil: An anti-bacterial, deep penetrating oil, especially good for acne and eczema.

Apricot kernel oil: It is excellent massage oil for reducing stress. It is very good for all types of skin, especially skin that is aging prematurely.

Borage oil: This is oil that penetrates deep stimulates and regenerates; especially good for psoriasis and eczema.