| Aromatherapy has become
a well used term that is defined as:
The use of pure, therapeutic grade essential oils to facilitate
the health of body, mind and spirit, creating balance.
Therefore, aromatherapy is a holistic therapy which has ancient
roots and can be dated as far back as 5000 years ago. Many
advanced civilizations such as Egypt, China, India and Greece
had acquired great knowledge of aromatic materials and their
benefits. Therapy by plants was used extensively in medicine,
pharmacy, and beauty products, massage and in spiritual or
sacred rituals.
Essential oils permeated every aspect of daily life in the
ancient world and upon its resurgence in the 20th century
has quickly become the treatment of choice in the holistic
remedy realm.
Why Aromatherapy?
It is an all encompassing treatment which incorporate the
senses of touch and smell. The pleasurable scents of the oils
work to relieve stress, and comfort the mind, balance emotions
and treat numerous physical ailments. Add in soothing massage
and hot muscle relaxing baths, which are regular recommendations
in the aromatherapy treatment and its no wonder why people
would choose this powerful modality of healing.

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