If you do not have a table available, that’s OK. You can do this massage seated facing one another on a couch or two chairs, or even standing.

Popular oils used for massage include sweet almond oil, olive oil, coconut oil, and grapeseed oil. [3] X Research source You can even use sesame oil or shea butter. [4] X Expert Source Marty MoralesProfessional Massage Therapist Expert Interview. 20 December 2019. Be sure to ask the person if they have a nut allergy before applying almond oil.

Apply the lotion using your palm in several (3-6) long smooth strokes to the back of the fingers and hand. Flip the hand over and smooth more medium into the palm and fingers. Work from the tips of the fingers to the wrist, and then back down to the fingers.

Repeat the process with each finger, and finish with the thumb. Be sure to ask the person you are massaging if the pressure feels right, and remind them to speak up if they would like more or less pressure at any time. [7] X Expert Source Marty MoralesProfessional Massage Therapist Expert Interview. 20 December 2019.

Repeat this process, working your way up along each finger bone. When you get to the thumb, take some extra time. Massage the webbed area between the thumb and index finger, using a circular motion.

You can continue to do any other stretching movements that make your hands feel good, for as long as you like.

You can also do this massage without oil or lotion, as you prefer.

Now switch and use your left hand to pinch the fingers of your right hand in the same fashion. Try to relax the hand that is on the receiving end of the massage for best effect.

When finished, massage the fingers of your right hand with your left.

When you have finished the left hand, massage your right hand with your left. Only use as much pressure as is comfortable.

Spend extra time on any areas that need extra attention. When you finish with one hand, switch, and repeat with the other.

You can even use some tools like tennis balls or lacrosse balls to give yourself a self-massage. [19] X Expert Source Marty MoralesProfessional Massage Therapist Expert Interview. 20 December 2019.