Résumé
In the context of an aging population and the chronicization of pathologies. Aging is a real public health issue. However, it comes up against two problems: on the one hand, the lack of access to care and, on the other, hyper-medicalization in structures. So, to best meet the needs of our elderly, the study of essential oils represents a real interest in care. When used as recommended, aromatherapy has few side effects and can be used as a complement to allopathic treatments. Aromatherapy has great potential for relieving everyday aches and pains, but the lack of scientific evidence is still an obstacle to its widespread use in the medical field. This is why the training of healthcare professionals is essential if aromatherapy is to be practiced in complete safety. The factsheets in this publication are intended to help all healthcare professionals deal with the ailments of the elderly.