Due perhaps to its prefix "aroma", a common perception is that aromatherapy has resulted in dissemination of pleasant smells just for fun ... Now the suffix "therapy" indicates that this is an approach to care - quite complex, actually - with aromatic essences of plants are the base. The name that has become common usage to speak of aromatic essences is "essential oils.
As a therapeutic method, aromatherapy is one of the tools, resources of naturopathy. It is used against several ailments (cough, headache, sinusitis, asthma, digestive problems, insomnia, fatigue, sports injuries, alopecia), but according to aromatherapists, its action is the most remarkable antiseptic nature (against bacteria , viruses, fungi and parasites). It is also used for interiors hygiene (prevention and treatment of infectious diseases), beauty care and relaxation.He also lends a beneficial effect on the psychological level and to counter anxiety.
