Basically all you need is oil
fragranced ones entice the mind
but may sting the skin
especially membranous tissue
Some prefer vegetable oils
(unfragranced coconut oil is a good choice)
others prefer mineral oils
Visit your local lotions-and-potions store,
try a health food store
On membranous tissues, such as the female genitals,
some consider water-based lubricants
to be healthier
Purchase them at a pharmacy
perhaps at a sensuous boutique
You can apply the oil or lubricant to your hands
either from a plastic squeeze bottle
a bottle with a push pump
or a bowl
Massage tables are great for your back
and sturdy tabletops
padded with foam or blankets are fine
Otherwise, a padded floor
a bed
or the ground covered with cloth
is quite suitable
If you select a large bed
have the recipient's head
at a corner of the foot of the bed
while his/her feet are pointing toward
the opposite corner at the head of the bed
This will give you better access
to both the right and left sides
For the covering cloth
select a sheet or material
that is OK to be oiled
Some fabrics are difficult to clean
and the oily smell may not wash out
Gather a large towel or two
When lying on the front side
the recipient may need a covered foam pad
or a couple of rolled towels
placed under the front of the ankles
When lying on the back
if there is strain in the lower back
place the same pad underneath the knees
If you anticipate using feathers
or other tactile stimulators
have them close at hand
Perhaps select some music
without dominating rhythms
without words — usually
Use candlelight or colored lights
incense
flowers
interior design of the room
or whatever creates a special ambience
However
you do not have to create a temple every time
Sometimes
all that is necessary
is
to close the door.....................
