Nuru and tantric massage: the gliding pleasure
Nuru massage is the smoothest, most slippery form of body-to-body pleasure — a Japanese technique built around a special odourless, transparent gel. It has been perfected by specialist studios worldwide, such as nuru massage in Manhattan.
The word "nuru" means "slippery", and that is exactly the sensation: the gel turns every touch into a frictionless glide, so the masseuse’s body moves over yours like water.
A session usually takes place on a covered mattress. The gel is warmed, poured generously, and then the real magic of the nuru massage technique begins — long, weightless slides from head to toe.
Tantric massage is its slower cousin. Instead of chasing a single peak, it spreads arousal across the whole body and holds you there, building energy wave after wave.
Both techniques share the same goal: to quiet the mind completely. After twenty minutes you stop keeping track of where one touch ends and the next begins.
Physically, the warmth and the gel are wonderful for the skin, while the rhythmic gliding relaxes muscles far more deeply than ordinary pressure.
Nuru and tantric are for those who want to surrender control and let the sensation carry them. Come with no expectations, and leave lighter than you arrived.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What is nuru massage?
A: A body-to-body massage using a special slippery, odourless gel that lets the masseuse glide over you with almost no friction. It is famous for its smooth, weightless sensation.
Q: What is the difference between nuru and tantric massage?
A: Nuru is defined by the slippery gel and the gliding technique, while tantric massage focuses on spreading and sustaining arousal across the whole body without rushing to a peak.
Q: Is the nuru gel safe?
A: Yes. Quality nuru gel is odourless, colourless and skin-friendly, and it washes off easily with warm water after the session.
Q: How should I prepare?
A: Take a warm shower before the session and simply relax. The gel, the warmth and the atmosphere are all prepared for you at the salon.