AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy is the ancient art and science of using volatile plant oils including essential oils for a persons psychological and physical well-being (zuzuspetals.net). It is a form of herbal medicine that uses the essential oils to heal, relax, and increase energy levels through skin penetration or inhalation (Fischer-Rizzi, 1990). Aromatherapy is known as being a very gentle alternative form of therapy for a variety of common ailments or symptoms, such as assisting with cuts, wounds, bruises, inflammation, indigestion, acne, skincare, hair care, hygiene, and PMS. It also provides mental and emotional assistance with such issues as stress, fatigue, anxiety, and fear (aromaweb.com).
Essential oils work on five levels. The first level is physical, because essential oils have antiseptic and immune-stimulating effects. The second level is emotional because the oils can stimulate memories and can aid the treatment of depression, stress, and grief. The third is the energy level bec...