The Ancient Greeks learned about aromatics from the Egyptians. They respected the healing powers of fragrant botanical and perfumes, which they considered medicines. The Greeks believed that plants were of divine origins, and that plant extracts therefore possessed spiritual and godlike qualities. The ancient Greeks believed that the therapeutic and medicinal perfumes they used on their bodies would also have favorable effects of the minds, especially in treating aliments of an emotional of r nervous nature. Healing the mind they felt would also restore the physical health.
Aromatherapy today began during the 1920s wit the work of Rent-Maurice Gatterfuosse, a French chemist and perfumer who coined the term Aromatherapy. While working in his lab he severely burned his hand. He immediately plunged it into the nearest liquid, which happened to be a bowl of lavender oil. He late noticed that his hand healed very quickly and without scarring. After his speedy recovery, Gatterfosse dedicated the rest of his life e to researching the therapeutic aspect of essential oils, and his studies helped to revive an ancient, almost forgotten art.
As people continue to take a more active role in their own healthcare, aromatherapy is becoming a welcomed addition to more and more people’s lives. today aromatherapy is experiencing it greatest popularity in centuries, as people are becoming aware of its potential for enhancing quality of their lives.
