ABOUT AROMATHERAPY

aromatherapy
Pronunciation:&-"e;rO-m&-'ther-&-pE
Function:noun
Etymology: Frencharomathérapie,from Latinaroma+ Frenchthérapietherapy

Aromatherapy is derived from the ancient practice of using natural plant essences to promote physical and emotional well-being. It consists of the use of pure essential oils obtained from a wide assortment of plants, which have been steam distilled or cold-pressed from flowers, fruit, bark and roots. The oils may be used in massage, inhalation, bath products and perfumes, and used in teas and foods.