Our demanding lifestyles necessitate some downtime – and what better way to unwind than by indulging in a rejuvenating body massage? If you’re planning to take a brief hiatus from your hectic social life, schedule an at-home pamper sesh with our edit of the best body massage oils available on Nykaa. Mind you, they don’t solely relax your body. Some of them are known to relieve aches and pains, coupled with a divine scent.
Ayurvedic Goodness
Rating: 5
Price: INR 1,225
A harmonious blend of 28 herbs – including amalaki, manjistha, yashtimadhu, ashwagandha, and raktchandan – Ohria’s Ayurveda Dhanwantaram Body Massage Oil promotes holistic health and vitality by hydrating and firming your skin, keeping itchiness and dehydration at bay, and reducing pigmentation and sagging skin. The body massage oil also provides respite from knee pain, backaches, spondylosis, and arthritis.
Tone & Glow
Rating: 4.5
Price: INR 1,375
This absorbent formulation from Forest Essentials boasts an ancient South Indian recipe for firm and supple skin. Featuring a concoction of organically grown herbs such as anantmool, renuka, and kumud, this luxurious oil is perfect for your weekend spa-esque massage at home.
Smells Heavenly
Rating: 5
Price: INR 2,199
Super-moisturising with a divine scent, Bath & Body Works’ Lavender & Vanilla Body Massage Oil is dermatologically tested and free from parabens and artificial dyes. It lends your body a healthy dose of hydration, owing to shea butter, aloe, vitamin E, and argan oil.
3-in-1 Formula
Rating: 4.5
Price: INR 410
Invest in this multi-purpose formula that caters to your hair, skin, and body needs. Khadi Natural’s Lavender & Ylang Ylang Massage Oil is a toxin-free herbal concoction that relieves pain, relaxes tightness, reduces inflammation, and heals the skin.
Pain Relief
Rating: 4.8
Price: INR 945
The healing properties of cinnamon and clove come together to relieve backaches, muscle and joint pains, and cervical concerns by balancing your Vata Dosha and boosting blood circulation. Massage the formulation on problem areas in gentle, circular motions for up to 15 minutes.
Unwind & Relax
Rating: 4.5
Price: INR 999
Featuring a blend of herbal extracts, oils, botanicals, menthol, and camphor, Oriental Botanics’ Relaxing Body Massage Oil tends to sore muscles and deeply relaxes the mind, too. The ingredients contain anti-inflammatory properties, and camphor and menthol provide a cooling sensation.
Nourishing & Scar-Removing
Rating: 4.5
Price: INR 445
MCaffeine’s chemical-free elixir hydrates your skin while diminishing the appearance of scars. Coffee lovers, rejoice, for this concoction diffuses the soothing aroma of freshly ground arabica to awaken your senses while vitamin E, sweet almond oil, and rosehip oil boost nourishment.
Lightweight & Non-Sticky
Rating: 4.5
Price: INR 550
I’d buy this one just for its divine vanilla scent. Lightweight and long-lasting, this body massage oil intensely moisturises the skin, lending you a glow like never before. It is also cruelty-free and vegan, featuring the goodness of Brazil nut oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil, and sweet almond oil.
