As the knowledge, wide use and benefits of non-intrusive therapies gain more ground one can see the use of aromatic herbs has increased. Although there are as many as 300 varieties of oil extracts all over the world few of them are most useful. About 45 aromatic herbs like basil, parsley, lemon grass, nutmeg, rosemary, sandalwood, sage, thyme and clove are regularly used by people even without any prescription. With the increase in research and development of more uses of such common herbs more light is being shed on their prolonged use without side effects. So some herbs are recognised to have specific, preparatory medicinal effect. For example now one can find in the market exclusive aromatic herbs for acne and anxiety, arthritis, depression, cooking, diabetes, hair loss, impotency etc. There is a separate category of organic herbs also that are widely used for their unique properties in aromatherapy.
The basic functions of most of these herbs are therapeutic. They are used as tonics, purgers, consolidators, dispensers which work on various levels of the human body. Purgers strengthen the immune system. All tonics cover up deficiencies in the body. Consolidators work on the week areas. Some of the widely available aromatic herbs that do these functions include lavender, garlic, tea tree and seaweed (which contain vitamins also).
India and China have long remained centres of providing aromatic herbs to the world. Both medicine and beauty companies have their own ways to using these herbs to cure patients. With branded companies entering the market, herbal products have now become more expensive. The markets have created awareness with books, products, teaching aids. Till date no one has been harmed by taking aromatic herbs in any form. Perhaps it is time believers of allopathic drugs take note and include such herbs in chronic cases. The diverse clinical applications have already benefited thousands of people. It is time aromatic herbs are also cultivated in better environment for maximum benefit. The restoration of faith in such holistic therapies has a positive psychological impact on improving not only the mind and body but also the soul.