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Create Your Own Sensual Massage Gel at Home

Are you looking to spice things up in the bedroom with a sensual massage experience? You don't need to visit an expensive spa or buy pricy products - with a few simple ingredients, you can make your own slippery massage gel right at home to enjoy a nuru-style massage with your partner.

While professional nuru gel contains unique seaweed extracts that provide its distinct texture, you can easily whip up a reasonable alternative using common household items. As detailed in this recipe from Traditional Bodywork, the core ingredients are:

  • Carrageenan powder (a common thickening agent derived from seaweed)
  • Potassium chloride
  • Distilled water
  • Optional: A few drops of your favorite essential oil for scent

Simply mix 4 teaspoons of carrageen powder and 1 teaspoon of potassium chloride in a bowl. Boil 1 cup of distilled water, then slowly stir it into the dry mixture until fully dissolved and a thick gel forms. Allow to cool before use. Store any leftover gel in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

If you don't have carrageenan powder handy, there are some other effective ingredients you can use to create that slick, sensual feel, as this YourTango article suggests:

  • Aloe vera gel (pure, not the green kind)
  • Coconut oil
  • Water-based lubricant

Combine about 1/4 cup of each ingredient and blend until smooth and gel-like. You may need to melt the coconut oil first. Experiment with the ratios to get your desired consistency.

As this Reddit thread highlights, the most important things are finding a formula that provides enough glide while still washing off easily, and doing a patch test first to check for any skin sensitivity. Have fun, get creative, and enjoy connecting with your partner in a slippery new way!

Of course, for the ultimate nuru massage experience, keep an eye out for Joynori's upcoming Gelly Bath powder. It will let you easily turn your bathwater into luxurious massage gel with tantalizing scents - the perfect way to bring some novelty and indulgence to your intimate time together. Stay tuned for our launch announcement!