The language surrounding sensual massage can be surprisingly confusing. Adult massage, exotic massage, erotic massage, tantric massage and Nuru massage are sometimes spoken about as though they mean the same thing. They do not.
Some overlap exists, particularly because different massage providers use these terms differently. However, knowing what each phrase generally refers to can make choosing and booking a massage much simpler.
So, is an exotic massage an adult massage? In broad terms, yes. Exotic massage usually falls within the broader category of adult massage. However, adult massage covers a much broader range of sensual and erotic massage experiences.
At Secret Tantric, we prefer to be clear about the massage being offered rather than relying on vague terminology. Each masseuse has her own services, style and personal boundaries, so her individual profile should always be your starting point.
Adult Massage and Exotic Massage
Adult massage is a broad description for massage intended exclusively for adults and which may have a sensual or erotic character.
The term does not describe one particular massage technique. Instead, it can cover several massage styles where sensual touch, intimate body contact or erotic stimulation may form part of the experience.
Exotic massage is another broad term, although it tends to describe sensual massage experiences that differ from conventional Western therapeutic massage.
Depending on the masseuse and service, that might include tantric massage, Nuru massage, body to body massage or another sensual technique.
The distinction matters because booking an adult or exotic massage does not automatically tell you exactly what will happen during your appointment. The particular massage style and the masseuse offering it give you far more useful information.
Is Every Exotic Massage An Adult Massage?
For the type of services offered by Secret Tantric, exotic massage falls within adult massage because the experiences are available only to adults and can include sensual or erotic elements.
The reverse is not necessarily true.
Adult massage is the larger category. An erotic full body massage, for example, could comfortably be described as adult massage without necessarily being marketed as exotic massage.
It is therefore helpful to think of adult massage as the broader description, with exotic massage covering some of the more sensual and specialist experiences available within it.
However, there is no universal industry dictionary. Different agencies, massage providers and countries use these phrases differently. Looking at the details of the massage itself is more reliable than guessing from its name.
Exotic Massage Is Not A Single Technique
One of the biggest problems with the phrase exotic massage is that it can sound like the name of a particular treatment. It is not.
A massage described as exotic could involve very different techniques depending on where you book and who provides it.
Tantric massage, for instance, generally emphasises slow touch, sensual awareness, and an unhurried progression across the body. The experience can feel intimate, but it differs greatly from a conventional therapeutic massage.
Nuru massage creates another experience entirely. It is known for close body contact and the use of a slippery massage gel, allowing smooth movement between masseuse and guest.
Body to body massage places greater emphasis on skin contact alongside hands on massage techniques.
These services may all fit within the broad description of exotic or adult massage, yet each experience can be quite different.
Does Adult Massage Always Mean A Happy Ending?
No. This is one reason it is worth checking exactly what a masseuse offers rather than assuming a phrase promises a specific outcome.
Terms such as adult massage and exotic massage are sometimes used online as euphemisms for sexual services or a massage that ends in climax. That is not a reliable definition.
A sensual or erotic massage can focus on touch, teasing, relaxation and physical intimacy without a predetermined ending.
The experience can also differ between masseuses. A service offered by one woman shouldn’t be assumed to include the same elements when booked with another.
If something matters to you, check the masseuse’s profile and ask before booking.
Tantric Massage As An Adult Massage
Tantric massage is one of the best-known forms of sensual massage available through Secret Tantric.
Rather than treating the body as a collection of individual muscles, tantric massage typically uses slow, flowing touch across the body. Pace plays an important role, allowing sensation to build gradually rather than rushing towards a particular outcome.
This slower approach is one reason guests who have previously experienced only conventional massage can find tantric massage noticeably different.
Although tantric massage can have an erotic character, it should not simply be treated as another name for adult massage. It has its own style, techniques and approach to touch.
Nuru Massage Offers A Different Experience
Nuru massage provides another example of why the terminology matters.
Originating in Japan, Nuru massage is associated with a distinctive slippery gel and extensive body contact. The gel allows smooth movement across the skin, producing a very different physical sensation from an oil-based massage.
For someone comparing adult massage styles, the difference between tantric and Nuru massage can be significant. Tantric massage may appeal if you prefer slower sensual touch and anticipation, whereas Nuru is better known for its slippery, close-contact character.
Both can be described as adult or exotic massage, but those labels alone say little about the experience.
Choosing Your Masseuse Matters Just As Much
The massage style is only part of your decision. Your choice of masseuse can influence your appointment just as much.
Every Secret Tantric Masseuse works independently within her own boundaries. She chooses the massage services she provides and the experience she is comfortable offering.
That is why our masseuse profiles detail available massage styles rather than presenting every appointment as identical.
One masseuse may specialise in tantric massage, another may particularly enjoy Nuru or body to body massage, and another may offer several different sensual massage styles.
Reading her profile before booking gives you a clearer picture of whether she offers the experience you have in mind.
Consent and Personal Boundaries
Sensual massage depends upon mutual respect.
A guest is entitled to have personal boundaries, and the masseuse has her own boundaries too. Neither should be treated as negotiable once an appointment begins.
If you are unsure whether something is included, ask beforehand. Clear communication removes uncertainty and allows both people to enter the appointment knowing what has been agreed.
Consent also continues throughout the massage. Either person can change their mind about a particular form of touch at any point.
This does not make an erotic massage less spontaneous or sensual – quite the opposite. Feeling comfortable with the person you are with can make it much easier to relax into the experience.
Incall and Outcall Adult Massage in London
Secret Tantric offers both incall and outcall massage in London, depending on the individual masseuse.
With an incall appointment, you visit your masseuse at her private London location. This gives her a familiar environment where she can prepare everything needed for the massage before you arrive.
Outcall massage reverses the arrangement, with the masseuse travelling to a suitable London hotel or private location, where available.
Availability varies between masseuses, so check each profile when deciding between incall and outcall.
Your Massage
Adult massage requires very little preparation.
Arrive freshly showered and allow enough travel time so you aren’t rushing through the door. Avoid a particularly heavy meal beforehand, and stay comfortably hydrated.
It is also worth thinking about what you actually want from the appointment.
Perhaps you want a slow tantric experience with plenty of anticipation. You may prefer the close contact associated with Nuru or body to body massage. You might want a sensual full body massage and time away from everyday distractions.
Knowing your preferences makes it easier to choose the right massage and masseuse.
If this is your first appointment, you don’t need to pretend you know all the terminology. Asking a straightforward question before booking is far better than arriving with assumptions.
Book Your Adult Or Exotic Massage With Secret Tantric
So, is an exotic massage an adult massage? Generally, yes. Exotic massage can be considered part of the wider adult massage category, but the term doesn’t define one particular technique or promise a specific ending.
A better question is what kind of massage experience you want.
Secret Tantric offers a choice of tantric, erotic, Nuru and other sensual massage experiences with independent masseuses across London. Each woman has her own personality, massage style, services and boundaries, giving you the freedom to choose someone who suits the experience you have in mind.
Browse our masseuse profiles, compare the massage services available and choose the woman you would most like to spend your time with. If you are unsure about terminology or what a particular massage includes, contact Secret Tantric before booking, and we can help you choose an appropriate appointment.
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