effleurage
/ˌɛfləˈrɑʒ/
noun
- A gentle, stroking massage technique using the palms or fingertips, often used to relax muscles or apply lotion.
- The massage therapist began with effleurage to warm up the client's back muscles.
- Effleurage is a common technique in Swedish massage for spreading oil and easing tension.
- She used long, slow effleurage strokes to help her friend relax after a long day.
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