What makes a massage oil feel non-greasy? It comes down to the oils chosen. Heavy mineral oils tend to sit on the surface of the skin. Shunga's Erotic Massage Oil uses only cold-pressed plant oils: almond, grapeseed, sesame seed, avocado and safflower, with vitamin E. The maker says the blend slides smoothly, leaves no greasy residue and will not clog pores, and it contains no mineral or animal oil. Extracts of ylang-ylang and yohimbe and essential oils for fragrance complete the formula.
Shunga Aphrodisia Roses: a silky oil for sensual massage
Shunga Erotic Massage Oil in Aphrodisia Roses is made for giving and receiving a sensual massage. The blend combines cold-pressed almond, grapeseed, sesame seed, avocado and safflower oils with vitamin E, plus extracts of ylang-ylang and yohimbe. Essential oil extracts provide the fragrance. It slides easily over the skin and the maker says it leaves no greasy feel.
The oils are described as 100% natural, with no mineral or animal oil, and the maker states the blend will not clog pores. This bottle holds 8.4 fl oz.
Best for: Suits couples who make massage part of foreplay and want a scented oil that feels light on the skin. The larger bottle is good for regular use or full body massage. It is not for anyone with a nut or sesame allergy.
At a glance: Cold-pressed natural oils · Vitamin E · No greasy residue · No mineral or animal oil · 8.4 fl oz
Key features
| Cold-pressed oil blend |
Almond, grapeseed, sesame seed, avocado and safflower oils. |
| Vitamin E |
Added to the natural oil blend. |
| No greasy residue |
Slides smoothly over the skin without a heavy, oily film. |
| No mineral or animal oil |
Made from 100% natural plant oils. |
| Exotic fragrance |
Scented with essential oil extracts, plus ylang-ylang and yohimbe extracts. |
Specifications
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Size: 8.4 fl oz
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Scent: Aphrodisia Roses
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Base: Oil (100% natural cold-pressed oils)
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Ingredients named by the maker: Almond oil, grapeseed oil, sesame seed oil, avocado oil, safflower oil, vitamin E, ylang-ylang extract, yohimbe extract, essential oil extracts
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Free from: Mineral oil, animal oil
How to use
Lay a towel over the bed. Pour a little oil into your palm and warm it between your hands, then spread it over your partner's back or legs with long, even strokes. Add more in small amounts as the skin takes it up. Keep the oil for external massage. When you are finished, shower or wipe off any excess with a warm, damp cloth.
Care
- Close the bottle firmly and store it upright.
- Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.
- Use a towel under you to protect bedding.
- For external massage. Oils can weaken latex, so keep it away from condoms.
- Do not use if you are allergic to almond, sesame or any other listed oil.
More on materials in our material safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does it contain nut oils?
Yes. The maker's blend includes cold-pressed almond oil and sesame seed oil, along with grapeseed, avocado and safflower oils. Anyone with a nut or seed allergy should avoid it and choose another massage product.
Will it leave my skin greasy?
The maker says the oils slide smoothly over the skin, leave no greasy residue and will not clog pores. The blend uses plant oils only, with no mineral or animal oil.
Can I use it as a lubricant?
It is sold as a massage oil for the body, and the facts do not describe it as a personal lubricant or as condom compatible. Keep it for massage and use a dedicated lubricant for sex.
What does it smell like?
This version is named Aphrodisia Roses. The maker says the fragrance comes from essential oil extracts and calls it exotic. The formula also includes ylang-ylang extract. The facts do not list the individual essential oils.
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For adult use only. Read the instruction manual before first use. Specifications are the manufacturer's.
