Selfcare Sunday: Body Oiling
One of my favorite practices in the winter months that boosts immunity, relieves stress, and soothes my skin is body oiling. This ancient technique, rooted in Ayurvedic healing and mentioned in many historical texts and widely known in the herbal community, combines nourishment and ritual to promote relaxation, hydration, and overall health.
Body oiling is the practice of massaging plant-based oils into the skin to nourish, protect, and support overall wellness. Body oiling provides deep hydration while delivering the medicinal properties of herbs and botanical extracts directly through the skin. Unlike lotions, which are water-based and evaporate quickly, oils create a lasting barrier that locks in moisture and enhances the skin’s ability to absorb nutrients.
Nervous System and Immune Support
Your skin, the body’s largest organ, is rich in nerve endings and immune cells. When hydrated with oil, it soothes the nervous system, reducing tension and promoting relaxation. The herbs infused in body oils offer their own medicinal properties, calming the mind and supporting the body’s resilience. Self-massage also stimulates the lymphatic system, which plays a key role in detoxification and immune strength. By encouraging lymph flow and reducing stress, body oiling helps keep the immune system balanced and functioning optimally.
Rose petals infusing with oil for the Rose Body Oil.
The Power of Herbal Oils
Infused oils, created by steeping herbs in carrier oils, offer unique therapeutic benefits. As the herbs release their properties into the oil, they enhance its ability to nourish, soothe, and support the body’s natural healing processes. The Rose Body Oil, infused with rose, St. John’s wort, and lavender, provides a blend of calming, anti-inflammatory, and skin-repairing properties. This fusion of hydration, touch, and plant medicine makes body oiling a deeply restorative ritual for both skin and well-being.
How to Practice Body Oiling
Choose Your Oil - For best results grab our Rose Body Oil. You can also select a natural oil like olive, or jojoba. Infused oils with herbs add even more benefits. Popular choices include calendula, chamomile, and rose for their soothing and hydrating properties.
Preparation - After a bath or shower, lay a towel on your bed or floor. Keep your oil nearby for easy access.
The Massage - Start with your feet, using circular motions with firm pressure. Gradually work upward: ankles, calves, knees, thighs, hips, abdomen, lower back, chest, arms, and neck. Take slow, deep breaths, staying present with the sensations in your body. You can also massage your face, focusing on areas like the jaw and temples.
Finishing Touches - After oiling, put on warm socks and comfortable clothing. Rest for a few minutes to fully relax and enjoy the nourishing effects. You can choose to leave the oil on your skin to continue absorbing its benefits.
If time is tight, focus on key areas like your feet, hands, or ears. Even brief sessions can have a rejuvenating impact.
Rose Body Oil going into the bath for an alternative way of Body Oiling.
Body Oiling in the bath
My absolute favorite way of incorporating the Rose Body Oil into my routine is in the bath. Simply add a few pumps into the running bath water, swirl to disperse, and soak in the nourishment. This practice leaves your skin soft, locks in moisture, and enhances relaxation, making it a perfect winter ritual. Adding the Rose Body Oil to your bath transforms a simple soak into a deeply nourishing ritual. As the warm water opens your pores, the beneficial properties of the plant-based oils absorb directly into your skin, delivering hydration and herbal medicine without the need for massage.
Body oiling is a simple yet transformative practice that hydrates your skin and supports overall wellness. Whether it’s a weekly ritual or a quick moment of self-care, it’s a powerful way to stay connected with yourself and promote health during the winter season, it’s a beautiful way to express gratitude for your body.
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Our Winter Bundle
Enjoy our 5-piece bundle and save over $100—thoughtfully curated to care for your skin.
This bundle was created to care for you—to offer a moment each day to set the mood for self-love and honor the importance of your well-being. Our full-body Winter Bundle allows you to restore and recover during the darkest days, harnessing your inner light for brighter days ahead.
Featuring six synergistic products, this collection nourishes and invigorates your skin while soothing the effects of the winter chill. These formulations are designed to warm and revitalize your senses, deeply hydrate and calm dry skin, and provide a protective barrier against harsh seasonal elements. With each product, embrace a daily ritual that nurtures both your skin and spirit, leaving you feeling renewed and radiant all winter long.
Please see individual product pages for ingredients and usage.
Rose Face Scrub and Gentle Mask - 2oz
Geranium Toner and Daily Mist - 4oz
Facial Balm - 1oz
Rose Body Oil - 4oz
Honey Mask and Brightening Treatment - 2oz
