CBD News Blog – Your massage techniques — both choosing the correct ones and applying them with skill, care and positive intention — form the foundation of an effective session for your clients. And unless you are practicing a technique that requires no lubrication of the skin, such as seated massage or shiatsu, the topicals you include in each session represent an opportunity to enhance your bodywork.

As examples, athletes might benefit most from a deep-tissue massage with analgesic gel, while expectant moms might do better with a rich, skin-nourishing oil for prenatal work.

The ideal pairing of technique with topical can make the difference between delivering a standard, one-size-fits-all massage and giving clients a customized experience tailored to their wants and needs.