Aromatherapy massage was founded in Sweden, and uses massage oils or lotions that contain essential highly concentrated plant oils. During an Aromatherapy Massage the client will inhale these essential oil molecules or absorb them through the skin. They are thought to promote beneficial changes in mind and body by affecting the limbic system, a region in the brain known to influence the nervous system.
Some of the health benefits of Aromatherapy include the ability to reduce anxiety, ease depression, boost energy levels, speed up the healing process, eliminate headaches, boost cognitive performance, induce sleep, strengthen the immune system, reduce pain, improve digestion and increase circulation.
