Aromatherapy (noun)

A form of alternative medicine that uses essential oils extracted from plants for the treatment or improvement of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Origin:

From the french aromathérapie, a compound of aroma- ("aroma") + -thérapie ("therapy"). .

Examples:

1. She uses aromatherapy to relax and de-stress after a long day at work.
2. The spa offers a variety of aromatherapy treatments to promote wellness and relaxation.
3. He has been using aromatherapy to help with his chronic pain.
4. Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
5. The essential oils used in aromatherapy are believed to have healing properties.