Nuru means slippery, which is the most precise name for the kind of massage it is. The recipient is covered in special gel, after which the masseuse carries out a number of calming, sensual massage techniques along with a body to body massage.
What makes the Nuru massage different from other types of body to body massage therapies is that it uses a special type of gel as its massage lubricant rather than oil. Although Nuru means slippery in the English, many would argue that it actually comes from the word Nori meaning seaweed. Seaweed is an ingredient in the Nuru gel.
Regardless of where it comes from, there are a number of health benefits it offers. Nuru gel is colorless, odorless and tasteless, but is extremely cooling and comforting with placed on the body. It’s a special herbal treatment helps with body detoxification, increasing blood flow, relaxes the skin and cleanses the body. All of it ensuring the recipient gets the full benefits of the Nuru massage, as the masseuse can provide a bodily experience.