aromatherapy
noun
aro·ma·ther·a·py
ə-ˌrō-mə-ˈther-ə-pē 
: inhalation or bodily application (as by massage) of fragrant essential oils (as from flowers and fruits) for therapeutic purposes
broadly
: the use of aroma to enhance a feeling of well-being
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It’s meant to add an element of aromatherapy to the flight.
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Rachel Dube, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
Breu Branco, an aromatic resin, lends a dash of aromatherapy.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
According to a 2019 study examining the effects of aromatherapy, smelling peppermint may also lessen anxiety.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024
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Those can include stretching, yoga, meditation, a warm shower, aromatherapy or breathing techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation, 4-7-8 breathing or diaphragmatic breathing, experts said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 16 Mar. 2024
Customize your room with a pillow and aromatherapy menu and then soak up the views of the Bay of Banderas from your ocean-view terrace.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2024
Guests insistent on pampering in the property can arrange in-room massages and aromatherapy, or use the small but well-equipped gym.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Opt for a Lomi Lomi massage, which draws on the Hawaiian traditions of bodywork and aromatherapy, or try a treatment tailored for couples or moms-to-be (the adults-only resort is ideal for honeymooners and expecting parents).
—Julia Eskins, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2024
Options for aromatherapy include small wells where scented oils, such as soothing eucalyptus, can be dispensed along with the steam.
—Michael J. Solender - Correspondent, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
Rachel Dube, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
Breu Branco, an aromatic resin, lends a dash of aromatherapy.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
According to a 2019 study examining the effects of aromatherapy, smelling peppermint may also lessen anxiety.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024
Related article How sleep can affect diabetes risk, according to a new study
Those can include stretching, yoga, meditation, a warm shower, aromatherapy or breathing techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation, 4-7-8 breathing or diaphragmatic breathing, experts said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 16 Mar. 2024
Customize your room with a pillow and aromatherapy menu and then soak up the views of the Bay of Banderas from your ocean-view terrace.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2024
Guests insistent on pampering in the property can arrange in-room massages and aromatherapy, or use the small but well-equipped gym.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Opt for a Lomi Lomi massage, which draws on the Hawaiian traditions of bodywork and aromatherapy, or try a treatment tailored for couples or moms-to-be (the adults-only resort is ideal for honeymooners and expecting parents).
—Julia Eskins, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2024
Options for aromatherapy include small wells where scented oils, such as soothing eucalyptus, can be dispensed along with the steam.
—Michael J. Solender - Correspondent, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
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aromatherapy
noun
aro·ma·ther·a·py
ə-ˌrō-mə-ˈther-ə-pē
plural aromatherapies
: inhalation or bodily application (as by massage) of fragrant essential oils (as from flowers and fruits) for therapeutic purposes
Aromatherapy relies on very concentrated "essential" oils from the flowers, leaves, bark, branches, rind or roots of plants with purported healing properties.—Jane E. Brody, The New York Times
Jane E. Brody, The New York Times
broadly
: the use of aroma to enhance a feeling of well-being
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