As we emerge out of the pandemic, this week focuses on how essential oils can effectively combat the unprecedented psychological effects this global crisis has had on mental health, as well as being a key therapeutic intervention in healthcare. A unique opportunity to do something pro-active to raise awareness of aromatherapy.

On its 35th birthday 20th October 2020 the IFA will be recognising the extraordinary efforts, made by dedicated IFA members, staff and volunteers over the years that put Aromatherapy on the map. Patricia Davis reminds us that “Before the IFA’s inception, Aromatherapists had no organisation or representation at all”.

Essential oils must not be taken internally unless prescribed and administered by a primary healthcare practitioner, pharmacist, or herbalist who is also a trained and qualified essential oil practitioner - the IFA does not advocate the internal use of essential oils in any other circumstance, either via oral, rectal or vaginal means.

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On 26th March 2018 at the Heung Yee Kuk Building, Shatin, Hong Kong, IFA members came together for a historic event to set the new world record by giving 30 minute hand massages simultaneously to 297 elderly people beating the previous world record of 250.