RESEARCH And DEVELOPMENT
Aromatherapy
Research has shown that when they are applied to the skin or inhaled, essential oils are absorbed into the bloodstream and metabolised in the body, similar to other substances. 
Many essential oils possess significant antimicrobial properties, in both liquid and vapour form. Clinical trails have shown that tee tree oil is highly effective in treating thrush. Another study has shown that aromatherapy massage with lavender oil was significantly more effective that both plain oil massage and a control group, in reducing heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and pain in patients in an hospital intensive care unit. There are many studies that demonstrate how essential oils positively affect mood and the sense of well being.
Research Notes:
- Sandalwood Oil
- Rosemary Oil
- Sage Oil
- Cedarwood Oil [Plant Origin: Morocco, USA, Cedrus atlantica is the species most closely related to the bibical Cedars of Lebanon]
- Tarragon Oil
- Hyssop Oil
- Peppermint Oil
- Patchouli Oil
- Orange Oil
The Healing Power of Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils
Antiviral Essential Oils
Pure essential oils have been used as antiviral and anti bacterial agents over the centuries. Even though essential oils were used extensively as an anti virus substance, there was no scientific evidence to prove this claim. Of late, evidence for the effectiveness of essential oils against both 
bacteria and viruses has steadily accumulated and proper scientific investigations have been conducted since the 1950's.
A number of essential oils are proven effective against a variety of viruses including Herpes Simplex I, Herpes Zoster (shingles), some strains of influenza virus, adenovirus, glandular fever, viral enteritis, viral enterocolitis, viral hepatitis, viral neuritis, polio, cowpox, human rhinovirus Type II, Newcastle Disease, mumps, parainfluenza virus 1,, and 3, and even HIV-1.
In 1980, the French surgeon Dr. Jean Valnet cured serious case of shingles and influenza using a mixture of essential oils. He used certain oils like pine, thyme, lemon are still used as antivirals in clinical aromatherapy. A decade later, Drs. Franchomme and Peneol reported similar success using essential oils to fight viral infections.
Many tests have been conducted in recent times. In some of these tests, specific components of essential oils have been isolated. These components were found to have antiviral properties. Anethole, carvone, beta-caryophyllene, citral, eugenol, limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate are a few of the compounds that have displayed such curative properties.
Mainstream American medicine has largely ignored research into the antiviral effects of essential oils. However, many companies in Europe involved in the development of natural alternatives to synthetic medicines have enthusiastically adopted such research activities. Patents have been filed abroad for antiviral preparations based on essential oils. Commercial antiviral preparations employing essential oils have been available for many decades in the European markets.
Essential Oil Warnings 
Modern scientific evidences have proven that essential oils have both emotional and medical benefits. Through scientific research and greater awareness, we have started to appreciate nature's blessings.
Aromatherapy is an example of a healing method once considered an alternative therapy that has since found its way into mainstream medicine. Most of us are not even aware that we are already practicing aromatherapy in our daily existence. When we stroll through a garden full of herbs and flowers or when we light a scented candle while taking a bath, we are already practicing aromatherapy. Almost all of our bath products contain some essential oils.
Nowadays, this practice is quite popular owing to its availability and ease of use, not to mention its effectiveness.
The essential oils used in aromatherapy can either be used alone or in pairs to make a desired effect. Prior to their use, we should know the effects of these oils on the body and how they really work.
These essential oils can be found in various plant parts such as twigs, leaves, flowers and bark, and even in the fruit rind. Basil is found in the leaves, sandalwood is extracted from wood, while rose comes from flowers.
The methods used for the extraction of these essential oils are both time-consuming and costly. The whole procedure requires a high level of expertise. For instance, to produce just four to five teaspoons of oil, we need around two hundred and twenty pounds of roses.
Pure essential oils are very expensive, based on the amount of plant material required to produce them, yet they are so highly concentrated and effective that just a few drops will give you your desired effect.
Synthetic oils may be purchased at a more affordable price, but they are devoid of the healing efficacy of natural oils.
- Aromatherapy Essential Oils-Essential for Mind and Body
- Essential Oils - Aromatherapy and Their Effect on Your Health
- Ways of Uses of Essential Oils
- Therapeutic Essential Oils
- Carrier or Base Oil Study
- Natural Cosmetic Ingredients
