The importance of medicinal plants in enhancing people's lives all around
the world is undeniable. The primary metabolites of therapeutic plants are essential
oils, which are widely used in a variety of businesses since their biological qualities
were first identified in mythology. The biological effects of essential oils include
insecticidal, antiviral, antibacterial, and antioxidant activities. These distinctive
qualities raise their attraction and favourability in several international businesses.
They are crucial as scent providers in the cosmetics business and have been employed
as food preservatives in the food sector. Surprisingly, some components of essential
oils are used in medicine since research has shown that some plant-based essential oils
may be able to prevent, delay, or even reverse the growth of cancerous cells, the current
focus is on investigating aromatherapy's potential in terms of Essential Oils biological
qualities. This chapter's goal is to present a short and in-depth examination of Essential
Oils’ cytotoxicity, activity, therapeutic and pharmacological potential, and common
misunderstandings regarding these issues.
Keywords: Biological properties, Cytotoxicity, Dermal absorption, EO, Misconception, Pharmacological potential, Therapeutic, Treatogenicity