The ancestral fascination of humans towards exquisite perfumes has been a recurring theme throughout history. Aromatic plants have been used since ancient Egypt, with its pharaonic cosmetics and exotic balms, through the sacred incense used in India, to the enfleurages and alchemical extracts of the Middle Ages. The story culminates with the rise of modern aromatherapy and its sophisticated distillation processes.
Modern aromatherapy has its roots in the French branch, which originated with French physician Gattefossé. After burning his hand, Gattefossé was accidentally cured with lavender essential oil, which led him to investigate further about essential oils and their medicinal use. During World War II, another French physician, Dr. Jean Valnet, used essential oils to treat wounded soldiers and disinfect wounds in a context of shortage of medical supplies. After the war, Valnet continued to research and develop aromatherapy and wrote several books, including "Aromatherapy: The Art of Healing with Essential Oils." His work has had a significant influence on the development and popularization of aromatherapy as a discipline and alternative medicine. Over time, aromatherapy has become much more professional, thanks to the arrival of gas chromatography, which allows for the identification of the quality and concentration of the active ingredients present in essential oils with certainty.
Today, aromatherapists use a variety of essential oil administration forms, including inhalations, topical formulas, suppositories and ovules, gastro-resistant capsules, and magistral preparations. It is important to consult a qualified professional before using essential oils for any medical treatment, as the administration form and dose vary according to the condition to be treated and the essential oils chosen. It is also important to note that 100% pure essential oils are more concentrated in active ingredients than the galenic forms of conventional Phytotherapy, so dosing must be very precise.
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