From wikipedia, essential oils have been used in folk medicine throughout since mankind. The earliest recorded in history mention that of the techniques and methods used to produce essential oils is believed to be Ibn al-Baitar (1188–1248), an Al-Andalusian (Muslim Spain) physician, pharmacist and chemist.

Rather than refer to essential oils themselves, modern society typically discuss their specific chemical compounds which the essential oils are composed of, such as referring to methyl salicylate rather than “wintergreen essential oil”.

Due to the rise in popularity in aromatherapy, branch of alternative medicine that uses essential oils and other aromatic compounds, interest in essential oils has revived around the world.

Essential oils typically are volatilised, diluted in a carrier oil and used in massage, diffused in the air by a nebulizer, heated over a candle flame, or burned as incense and for essential oil, they can be ingested. It has a long deep history and during these times, they have proven their efficacy and effectiveness on every level.

Tradition and historical records provide the modern society proven insights and understanding of how essential oils were used in the past, and how they can benefit our lives today.

Aromatherapy is now becoming a powerful bridge between cultures, modalities and health care professionals worldwide.

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