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This article is from the [alt.backrubs] Frequently Asked Questions,
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2.2.4 Aromatherapy
By mixing scents with oil, various pleasing moods can be created.
Aromatherapy is the use of fragrant substances for health and beauty
treatment. It is often combined with massage since oils can be used to
carry fragrances while also allowing more pressure to be applied to
muscles. Its proponents claim that health benefits are associated with
specific choices of scent. For example, clary sage can be used to combat
depression. (See questions 5.2.4 and 5.1.2 for other sources of
information about Aromatherapy.)
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