Essential oils and therapeutic massage work well to reduce pain in your joints and muscles, along with any inflammation that can be contributing to your discomfort. When the tissues are stimulated and circulation is increased, you'll begin to feel soothing of your aching muscles.

Aromatherapy Massage The first obvious difference is that a few drops of essential oils are mixed into the main carrier oil, such as grapeseed, sweet almond or jojoba, or alternatively are blended into a massage wax.

The major difference is that aromatherapy massages use essential oils, and Swedish massages do not. When deciding which massage is best for you, consult with your massage therapist. If you are sensitive to smells and oils, you might want to opt for a Swedish massage instead.

Aromatherapy massage is a popular way of using essential oils because it works in several ways at the same time. Your skin absorbs essential oils and you also breathe them in. Plus, you experience the physical therapy of the massage itself.