Aromatherapy is a holistic healing practice that uses natural plant extracts—called essential oils—to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It’s considered both an art and a science, because it blends traditional plant knowledge with modern understanding of how scents influence the body and mind.

How does it work?

• Essential oils are extracted from flowers, leaves, roots, or other parts of plants. Examples: lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, frankincense.

• These oils are inhaled (diffused into the air, steam inhalation, sprays) or applied to the skin (often diluted with carrier oils like almond or jojoba).

• The aroma stimulates the brain’s limbic system, which is linked to emotions, memory, and even certain bodily functions.

What are the benefits?

• People use aromatherapy to:

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• Improve sleep

• Boost mood and relaxation

• Relieve headaches or pain

• Support immune health and respiratory function