Aromatherapy for Anxiety and Self-esteem: Clinical Trial

Aromatherapy for Anxiety and Self-esteem: Clinical Trial

The aim of this study was to determine whether the use of Ylang Ylang essential oil through dermal application or inhalation alters the perception of anxiety and self-esteem and physiological parameters such us blood pressure and temperature.

34 nurses from the University Hospital participated in this study and were randomized into three groups: one that received the Ylang Ylang Essential Oil cutaneous route, the second received the Essential Oil inhalation and the third (placebo) received the essence of Ylang ylang cutaneous route.

Inclusion Criteria:

• be an employee of the nursing team and not be on probation
• accept make use gel or freshener containing essential oil or essence ylang ylang
• respond Anxiety Inventory(STAI)and Self-esteem scale and present moderate, high or very high anxiety on the STAI, medium or low self-esteem on the scale Self-esteem
• accept not wear perfume during the survey period
• accept the smell of Ylang Ylang.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Self reported Hypotension
• Medical License or vacation during the period