'Aroma' means a sweet smell or fragrance, and 'therapy' means a healing or treatment designed to cure. Aromatherapy is a holistic healing process in which plant extracts are used as massage oils and aromatic compounds. These plant oils are specifically blended to address certain health-related issues, positively affecting not only your body but also your mind and soul.
History of Aromatherapy
The ideology of using essential oils as an effective treatment is very old. Long before modern medicine, the ancient Egyptians used plant extracts for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. Records of aromatherapy can also be found in historical and religious texts, documenting the use of plant extracts for spiritual rituals and the treatment of various diseases.
In the 13th century, pure essential oils were used for medicinal purposes in England. Plant extracts were utilized during plague outbreaks, as the herbs used for these treatments acted as powerful natural bactericides and disinfectants.
However, it was the French scientist René-Maurice Gattefossé who revealed the broader modern uses of pure essential oils. During a laboratory incident, he severely burned his hand and plunged it into a nearby pot of lavender oil. He noticed that the burn healed rapidly and left almost no scarring. After that, he extensively researched the medicinal use of plant oils, discovering that essential oils could penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream. In 1928, he coined the term “aromatherapy” for this incredible therapeutic practice.
This deep-rooted history and proven efficacy are why we have brought some of the most amazing and 100% pure essential oils to you at the most affordable prices. Allin Exporters is a leading manufacturer and supplier of all types of essential oils across the globe.
