The article describes the essence of aromatherapy, reveals its principles, features and methods of application with preschool children in order to improve their health. The importance of applying non-traditional methods of preschool children’s health improvement, in particular aromatherapy, is emphasised. The author describes the history of aromatherapy, which dates back to ancient cultures. It is noted that with the advent of distillation, it became possible to use alcohol and water-alcohol plant extracts. It is noted that aromatherapy has become widespread over the past twenty years. The article analyses the works of researchers, which indicate the effectiveness of aromatherapy in preserving the health of preschool children and speech therapy with preschoolers. It is noted that aromatherapy involves treatment with essential oils contained in plants. It is indicated that aromatherapy is effective in regulating the functioning of internal organs and body systems. It is noted that essential oils affect the human body in two ways: through the respiratory system and through the skin. The rules for selecting and using essential oils are revealed. The method of aromatherapy application is described. The basic principles of using aromatherapy with preschool children are presented. It is noted that the use of aromatic oils will be effective through the use of various devices and a list of them is provided. The ways of using aromatherapy with preschool children in preschool education institutions and at home are described. Contraindications to the use of aromatherapy with children are indicated. It is emphasised that aroma oils are effective in improving physical and mental health. The article describes the indications for the use of essential oils. It is noted that aromatherapy is a universal means of preserving and promoting children’s health and can be used by educators and parents in various activities (educational, play, work, independent) both in preschool education institution and at home. It has been noted that aromatherapy is also effective in disinfecting premises where children are staying.
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