How does aromatherapy work when essential oils are used topically?
Essential oils are absorbed into the skin and transported to various body systems such as the nervous and muscular systems. Oils massaged into the skin are often medicinal in their effects; they are anti-fungal, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, etc. Applying oil to the skin benefits skin, muscle tissue, and joints. It may also oxygenate your cells, helping to reduce inflammation, pain, and muscle tension. Many essential oils that are considered primarily for topical use have the added benefit of aromas that are inhaled during application, thus producing emotional as well as physical benefits.
