Article | REF: J2309 V1

Aromatherapy: medicinal properties and regulation of essential oils

Author: Mathieu BOUARFA

Publication date: February 10, 2019, Review date: September 2, 2020

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4. Glossary

AMM (Autorisation de mise sur le marché); marketing authorization

Authorization to market a new pharmaceutical speciality, issued by the health authorities to the pharmaceutical laboratory concerned.

Effleurage; enfleurage

An ancient method of cold extraction of floral products using the ability of certain fats to absorb and retain odorants. The aim is to capture the fragrant principle of fragile flowers using fats.

Expression; expression

A method for extracting natural essence by simply pressing the pericarp of citrus fruit.

Gingivitis; gingivitis

Inflammation of the gums, which can be caused by poor tooth brushing, leading to plaque and tartar build-up. Temporary hormonal changes can also cause gingivitis, for example...

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