Rubbing lotions are liquid massage and care preparations for professional and private use in physiotherapy, wellness and sports. They are applied to the skin and rubbed in, for example as part of a massage, after physical exertion or for refreshing skin care. This category includes, among other things, rubbing lotions with fragrances such as rosemary, spruce needle or orange, as well as container sizes ranging from handy 250 ml to practice sizes such as 1 litre, 5 litres or 10 litres. Depending on the product, alcoholic components such as Isopropyl Alcohol may be included; typical figures are around 45 vol.% or 70 vol.% propanol content.
Selecting rubbing lotions to suit the area of use
When choosing a rubbing lotion, the main considerations are the area of application, fragrance, container size and ingredients. For practices and sports environments, larger canisters are practical when refilling is done regularly. For individual treatments, mobile use or private use, a smaller bottle is often handier. Anyone who is sensitive to fragrances should pay attention to the declaration: rubbing lotions may contain, among other things, Parfum, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, essential oils such as Rosmarinus officinalis Oil or Abies sibirica Oil, as well as colourants.
- Physiotherapy and practice: larger containers, easy to dose and suitable for frequent applications.
- Wellness: pay attention to the fragrance profile, such as rosemary, spruce needle or orange.
- Sports: handy bottles for the changing room, bag or on-site support.
- Sensitive skin: check the list of ingredients and, if in doubt, first test on a small area.
Distinction from other massage preparations
Rubbing lotions differ from other products in massage supplies primarily through their liquid, often alcohol-containing formulation and their specific skin feel. If a more slip-enhancing product is required for longer massages, massage oil may be the more suitable choice. For a lighter texture with good spreadability, massage lotion and other massage preparations are also options. In addition, aids from the massage accessories range can support the application in the practice, wellness area or sports support.
Application and safe handling
Rubbing lotions should only be used externally and in accordance with the product information. Due to possible alcohol and fragrance content, contact with the eyes, mucous membranes and open areas of skin should be avoided. After use, hygienic handling of the bottle or refill system is recommended, especially in practices with several users. Alcohol-containing products should also be kept tightly closed, protected from heat and stored out of the reach of children.
