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Beauty: Rubbing It Out

Beauty: Rubbing It Out

You’re naked, the lights are dim, and someone with lubricant enters the room. It’s your first time — first time getting a massage, that is. This very moment is an important rite of passage leading you up to feelings and bodily joy you’ve never experienced before, but it can also be scary. Take the edge off of your first rub-down with our comprehensive guide to your first massage.

First, you need to find the proper business for your first time. This might be the most important factor for a good experience, so ask around for references and read online reviews to find a massage facility and treatment that will suit your needs. Some recommend a Swedish massage for massage novices, as they tend to be more gentle but still therapeutic. Other types include deep tissue massages that target the deep layers of muscles, or Thai massages where therapists move and stretch your limbs throughout the treatment. There are also massages catered to people with a more athletic lifestyle, focusing on injury prevention and performance enhancement. Each style comes with its own set of benefits, so it’s important to do your research to find the right one for you.

Now, you have to find the right therapist. A good fit is crucial, but especially in the beginning — any discomfort during the session will counteract the relaxing benefits. Be sure to speak up about your gender preference when scheduling, and mention that it’s your first massage. Disclose any medical conditions you may have, as the massage may need to be altered to suit your current situation. Lastly, reschedule if you have any skin irritations or rashes, and be kind enough to stay home if you’re ill.

Now for the good part: the stuff that happens behind closed doors. After showing you the treatment room, your therapist will exit and have you remove all your clothes (don’t be shy) and get under the sheet on the table. You can leave your underwear on if you wish, but rest assured that the therapist will only expose and work on only one body part at a time during treatment. No matter the segment, you will never be completely exposed.

The therapist will apply a light amount of oil and get down to business. As your body adapts to the soothing surroundings and melts into the massage table, take a moment to reflect upon this state of bliss. Between bouts of nearly falling asleep, you might feel a bit more pressure as the therapist works out the knots and kinks — this is where it’s at. Feel free to ask for more or less lube, if you wish. In fact, ask for any modification to the massage (music, temperature, pressure, etc.). They’re more than happy to accommodate. This is your moment, so relax, let go, and enjoy the pampering.

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