Massage for couples at home

A massage at home can feel as good as a spa, and it brings you closer than one. The secret is to treat it as a ritual, not a favour.

Set the scene

• Warm the room and dim the lights.
• Towels, oil, water, and a playlist that lasts longer than the massage.
• Phones face down, except the one guiding you.

Take turns, fairly

Decide who goes first, and set the same length for both. Swapping straight after, or on alternate nights, keeps it generous on both sides.

Start small

Five minutes of hands and shoulders is enough to change an evening. Build up to a full back massage, then a full-body session when you have a slow weekend.

Talk, but not much

Check in about pressure at the start, then let it be quiet. Afterwards, share one moment that felt best.

Guided sessions

Slow Hands has eight guided sessions, from five to forty minutes, read aloud step by step. It's free, and it works offline.

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