Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of aromatic substances.
Therapeutic use covers both mind and body, whereas aromatic substances tend to be the essential oils . As a treatment, it is usually combined with body-contact therapy in the form of massage. Aromatherapy massage is one of the most relaxing types of massage and is best done with subdued lighting and gentle background music. The nature of aromatherapy is as a holistic treatment, restoring balance to mind and body as well as its specific use in treating a wide range of symptoms. Essential oils are pure, concentrated plant extracts obtained specifically for their fragrance and therapeutic value.