Modes of application The modes of application of aromatherapy include: Aerial diffusion: for environmental fragrancing or aerial disinfection Direct

ct inhalation: for respiratory disinfection, decongestion, expectoration as well as psychological effects Topical applications: for general massage, baths, compresses, therapeutic skin care[10] Materials Some of the materials employed include: Absolutes: Fragrant oils extracted primarily from flowers or delicate plant tissues throughsolvent or supercritical fluid extraction (e.g., rose absolute). The term is also used to describe oils extracted from fragrant butters, concretes, and enfleurage pommades usingethanol. Carrier oils: Typically oily plant base triacylglycerides that dilute essential oils for use on the skin (e.g., sweet almond oil). Essential oils: Fragrant oils extracted from plants chiefly through steam distillation (e.g.,eucalyptus oil) or expression (grapefruit oil). However, the term is also occasionally used to describe fragrant oils extracted from plant material by any solvent extraction. Herbal distillates or hydrosols: The aqueous by-products of the distillation process (e.g.,rosewater). There are many herbs that make herbal distillates and they have culinary uses, medicinal uses and skin care uses[citation needed]. Common herbal distillates arechamomile, rose, and lemon balm. Infusions: Aqueous extracts of various plant material (e.g., infusion of chamomile). Phytoncides: Various volatile organic compounds from plants that killmicrobes[citation needed] . Many terpene-based fragrant oils and sulfuric compounds from plants in the genus "Allium" are phytoncides[citation needed], though the latter are likely less commonly used in aromatherapy due to their disagreeable odors. Vaporizer (Volatized) Raw Herbs: Typically higher oil content plant based materials dried, crushed, and heated to extract and inhale the aromatic oil vapors in a direct inhalation modality. Popular uses Lemon oil is uplifting and anti-stress/anti-depressant. In a Japanese study, lemonessential oil in vapour form has been found to reduce stress in mice.[18] Research at The Ohio State University indicates that Lemon oil aroma may enhance one's mood, and help with relaxation. [19] Thyme oil[20] Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicinethat uses volatile plant materials, known Peppermint oil is often used to deter ants, by applying a few drops on their trail. [21] asessential oils, and other aromatic compounds for the purpose of altering a person's Both lavender and tea tree oil are used as antiseptics, sometimes in lotions or soaps. mind, mood,cognitive function or health. [1] Lavender oil is said to help heal wounds and burns.[22][23] Some essential oils such as tea tree have demonstrated anti-microbial effects, but there is still a lack of clinical evidence demonstrating efficacy against bacterial, fungal, or viral infections. Evidence for the efficacy of aromatherapy in treating medical conditions remains poor, with a particular lack of studies employing rigorous methodology, [2] but some evidence exists that essential oils may have therapeutic potential.[3] Aromatherapy Benefits of Vanilla Aromatherapy benefits of vanilla include heightened mental clarity, increased circulation, decreased fever temperatures, clearing respiratory airways and as a weight-loss aid. Medicinal benefits of the vanilla also have been thought to calmstomach pains, reduce hunger pangs and relieve stress. Europeans believed in vanilla's abilities to ease joint pain and aid in digestion. Natives to the South Pacific islands used vanilla to calm the stomachs of pregnant women with severe morning sickness. More modern research has claimed that vanilla can cure male impotency. Vanilla, scientifically named vanilla planifolia, grows as high climbing vines that produce fragrant flowers and highly prized bean pods. Vanilla's sugary sweet aroma has been known to carry medicinal properties that assist in curing ailments and baked into culinary delights. Indigenous to Mexico, the full cultivation of the vine was made possible through pollination by bees. It was not until the 19th century, with the discovery of hand pollination, that vanilla took root in different regions, including Madagascar, Indonesia and Tahiti History The origin of medicine dates back to the primal derivatives of plants. Plant extracts were pressed from flowers to produce traditional aromatherapy oils that were used to cure ailments. Vanilla is one of the most labor intensive plants to cultivate, which makes it one of the more expensive essential oils on the consumer health market. Vanilla oil is extracted from the plant's interior, processed and bottled as a concentrate. Dried pods are also available. Health Benefits Aromatherapy benefits of vanilla include heightened mental clarity, increased circulation, decreased fever temperatures, clearing respiratory airways and as a weight-loss aid. Medicinal benefits of the vanilla also have been thought to calm stomach pains, reduce hunger pangs and relieve stress. Europeans believed in vanilla's abilities to ease joint pain and aid in digestion. Natives to the South Pacific islands used vanilla to calm the stomachs of pregnant women with severe morning sickness. More modern research has claimed that vanilla can cure male impotency. Aromatherapy Uses in the Home Vanilla aromatherapy is a warm, familiar fragrance infused into homes through bath salts, body scrubs, candles, and perfumes. Vanilla's sweet scent has been used as an aphrodisiac. Body lotions, salt scrubs and body sprays are scented with this sugary treat. A synthetic essence of vanilla, named vanillin, was produced as a cost effective substitute for the authentic vanilla oil and has allowed vanilla aromatherapy to be sold and enjoyed by the mass market.