Body-to-body massage: skin contact with your whole body
In a body-to-body massage you don’t just use your hands but your whole body. Gliding skin contact, warmth and closeness make it one of the most intense forms of massage for couples – provided the oil is right and the preparation fits.
What is a body-to-body massage?
In a body-to-body massage, the giver uses forearms, upper body and legs to glide over large areas of their partner’s body. This creates a completely different sensation from a classic hand massage: warmer, more enveloping and very close.
Preparation
- Surface: a large sheet or several towels on top of each other – you’ll use plenty of oil.
- Warmth: the room should be nice and warm, as both of you will have a lot of bare skin.
- Oil within reach: you need more oil than for a normal massage. A spray pump you can use with one hand is worth its weight in gold here.
- Mind the slip risk: don’t massage in the shower or bath, and get up carefully afterwards – oiled skin and smooth floors are a slippery combination.
Why the oil matters
The oil is crucial for this type of massage. It has to glide for a very long time, mustn’t be sticky and shouldn’t absorb quickly – otherwise gliding turns into rubbing. MakeLove was developed for exactly this: jojoba and almond oil provide a silky, long-lasting glide while caring for the skin. Skin compatibility was confirmed by Dermatest as “very good”.
How to do a body-to-body massage
- Start classically: begin with a calm back massage using your hands so your partner can relax.
- Oil generously: spread plenty of warmed oil on your partner’s back and on your forearms.
- Glide with your forearms: long, slow movements along the back and legs.
- Glide with your upper body: support your weight on hands and knees and glide gently over your partner’s back with your upper body. Never put your full body weight down.
- Communicate: ask how pressure and pace feel.
- Wind down: finish with hand strokes, remove excess oil with a towel and rest together.
Important notes
- Massage oil is not a lubricant and should not be applied to mucous membranes.
- Oils can damage latex – do not use with latex condoms. Polyurethane condoms are considered oil-compatible.
- Oil can stain fabrics: put towels down and wash bed linen with a grease-dissolving detergent if needed.
Three variations to try
- Forearm gliding: The way in for beginners – the forearms glide long strokes over back and legs.
- Back to back: Sit or lie back to back and move slowly against each other.
- Full-body gliding: The giver supports themselves on hands and knees and glides their upper body over the partner’s back.
Common mistakes
- Too little oil: Then the skin rubs instead of gliding – be generous with the oil.
- Too much weight: Always support yourself, never put your full body weight down.
- Unsuitable surface: No smooth floor, no shower – risk of slipping.
Which scent suits you?
Coconut for a light holiday feeling, or Neutral if you want to focus entirely on touch.
The oil for your body-to-body massage
Long-lasting glide, not sticky, drip-free spray pump – MakeLove erotic oil in five scents.
Frequently asked questions
How much oil do I need for a body-to-body massage?
Considerably more than for a normal massage. Start generously and add more as soon as the glide decreases. A 250 ml bottle still lasts for several sessions.
Can you do a body-to-body massage in the shower?
We advise against it. Oiled skin on wet, smooth surfaces greatly increases the risk of slipping. A soft surface with towels is safer.
How do I get the oil off my skin?
Remove excess oil with a towel. The rest absorbs slowly and cares for the skin – or wash it off with shower gel.
