FREE Essential Oils For Massage Therapy Question and Answers Flashcards

Which essential oil is most commonly recommended for reducing muscle inflammation during a post-event sports massage?

Answer: Wintergreen

Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate, a natural anti-inflammatory compound widely used in sports massage for sore and inflamed muscles.

What is the recommended maximum concentration of essential oils in a carrier oil for a full-body massage on an adult client?

Answer: 2-3%

A 2-3% dilution is the standard safe concentration for adult full-body massage application.

A client reports feeling nauseous during a massage using peppermint oil. What is the BEST immediate action?

Answer: Remove the scented linens and ventilate the room

Removing the source of the aroma and providing fresh air is the safest immediate response to an adverse reaction.

Which carrier oil has the longest shelf life and is least likely to become rancid during storage?

Answer: Jojoba oil

Jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax rather than a true oil, giving it exceptional oxidative stability and the longest shelf life among common carriers.

When performing aromatherapy massage on a pregnant client in her third trimester, which essential oil should be strictly AVOIDED?

Answer: Clary sage

Clary sage is contraindicated during pregnancy because it can stimulate uterine contractions.

What is the primary purpose of performing a patch test before using an essential oil blend on a new client?

Answer: To check for allergic or sensitivity reactions

A patch test identifies potential allergic or dermal sensitivity reactions before applying the blend to a larger body area.