Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment, the aim of which is to produce a physical, spiritual, emotional and mental sense of well being through inhalation and massage of essential oil. Aromatherapy does not aim to deal with disease, its aim is to release well being, harmony and improve mental and physical health. Modern living Due to the rate of modern living each day sees a further increase in the number of people suffering from the effects of stress. Noise, air pollution, financial problems, uncertainty about the future, all these contribute to stress.