Essential oils are also called essences because they are plant extracts or they are the essences of certain plants but it does not necessarily mean that these oils have an oily feel. Most of the time, these essential oils are used either topically by applying it on the skin or through aromatherapy by inhaling its steam and the aroma that they produce. Essential oils are used for aromatherapy massages as well as medicinal purposes. This is because these oils have healing properties. Whether they are used for massages or for medicinal purposes, their healing properties are activated and can give several benefits to people. This book Aromatherapy: Essential Oils and Healing will show you health benefits and uses of various essential oils.