Everyone has their favourite aromatic scent that they can make an association with. Whether it is the subtle and sedative heart note of rose,  found in the architectural English country garden, to the seasonal festive base note of frankincense, culinary herbal healers of rosemary and thyme or provincial fragrance of lavender, the profusion of essential oils awakens our sense of smell, by infusing the air with a delightful plethora of characteristic tones. But what exactly is aromatherapy? Most of us are aware that plant oils have been used for thousands of years for their culinary and medicinal  properties, in addition to their inclusion in cosmetics, incense and perfumes, however how did their addition as primary ingredients in the cosmetics world evolve and when were their powerful benefits discovered? Ancient civilizations became forefathers in the use of oils as therapeutic applications. In Ayurvedic, Chinese, Egyptian, Mesopotamian and Arabic medicines, the properties of … [Read more...]