aromatherapy

(ə rō′mə t̸herə pē)

noun

the use of aromatic oils from herbs, flowers, etc. for their supposed therapeutic effects when applied to the skin, as in massage, or when the scent is inhaled

See aromatherapy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun pl. a·ro·ma·ther·a·pies
The use of selected fragrant substances in lotions and inhalants in an effort to affect mood and promote health.

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