Aromatherapy is believed to be a powerful art that deals with healing, not only of the body, but of the mind and spirit as well. Aromatherapy is a practice that uses essential oils for healing. Essential oils have a strong odor that is sometimes used as perfumes and massage oils. It is so strong that inhaling it is said to have a direct effect on the brain, particularly stimulating the part of the brain which handles the natural healing of the body. It was an ancient practice used by Chinese to heal the body and tap into its natural capabilities. Amazingly the practice has been passed down from generation to generation.