aromatherapy

[ uh-roh-muh-ther-uh-pee ]

noun

1. the use of fragrances to affect or alter a person's mood or behavior.
2. treatment of facial skin by the application of fragrant floral and herbal substances.

aromatherapy

/ əˌrəʊməˈθɛrəpɪ /

noun

1. the use of fragrant essential oils extracted from plants as a treatment in complementary medicine to relieve tension and cure certain minor ailments

Derived Forms

• aˌromaˈtherapist, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of aromatherapy¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

It also features 5 variable speeds, an 8-hour timer, and an aromatherapy compartment to spread fragrance throughout your home.

From Popular-Science

With seven LED light colors and a sleek wooden finish, you can use this aromatherapy machine in any space for a subtle, yet soothing smell.

From Popular-Science

This album’s 63 minutes burn slow, like an aromatherapy candle in the next room.

From Washington Post

Oil diffusers are a popular aromatherapy product, but these units are essentially tiny ultrasonic humidifiers, and they use the same process as larger full-room humidifiers to disperse water and oil into the air.

From Popular-Science

Add an extra shot of tranquility to your nighttime routine with this aromatherapy diffuser.

From Popular-Science

You could also try aromatherapy, drinking hot herbal tea, or taking a hot bath 90 minutes before sleep.

From The Daily Beast