Sensual Massage Techniques

Sensual massage techniques may take a little time and practise, but once mastered you find the experience is well worth the effort.

These techniques will give you a good foundation for practising the fine art of sensual Massage.

Sensual Massage Technique #1 - Stroking

The first thing you need to learn is the art of stroking.

Stroking is also known as effleurage in some circles. 

Many sensual massaging patterns are built around stroking, so it is very important that you develop a good comprehension of this aspect to facilitate optimally rewarding sensual massage sessions later on. Here is how you could practice the basic technique:

1. Get a pillow.

2. Hold your arms down on the surface of the pillow.  Pretend that it’s your partner’s back.  Your fingers should be close together, though your thumbs may extend to feel the other areas of the surface.

3. Apply gentle pressure on the surface with your palms.  Then, try applying an equally gentle pressure with your thumbs.  Make sure that you maintain the level of pressure and at no moment should your hand detach from the surface.

4. Without breaking the level of pressure, rub the surface with either your palms or your fingers on a centripetal motion, that is, a motion directed towards the center.  This center will be anchored on the heart area.  Even if you’ll be massaging your partner’s back, you should always keep in mind where the heart area is, as your strokes would be going towards that direction.

5. Try to build up the pressure ever so gently.  The increase should not be sudden.

There are two types of stroking.

First we have what is called superficial stroking.  Superficial stroking entails very, very gentle rubbing.  With this kind of technique, your motions could be centrifugal, that is, motions directed outward from the center, which we have established to be the heart.  The reason for this is because the slightest pressure is applied, and you want to go towards the direction of body hair, which is almost always moving away from the heart.
 
In superficial stroking, your palms are responsible for most of the action.  Fingers can be used, of course, but only for leverage and to apply specific pressure, which should be just as slight.

Superficial stroking is perfect for sensual effects.  If you want to increase the sexual drive of your partner, then this is the perfect method to employ.  The strokes, which are described as softer than caresses, produce a very romantically intimate feeling that will promise your partner the many pleasures to come.

The second kind of stroking which you should familiarize yourself with is what is popularly called deep stroking. 

Deep stroking is the exact opposite of superficial stroking.  In this method, you will have to apply a stronger degree of pressure.  The idea behind deep stroking is to assist the heart, as well as proper circulation.  Hence, all motions must be centripetal.
 
Deep stroking produces both mechanical and reflex effects that are beneficial for the body.  It reduces stress, eases tension, relieves pain, and tones muscles for a truly invigorating experience.

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