Aromatherapy Market Size, Share and Trends 2025 to 2034

Aromatherapy Market Size and Forecast 2025 to 2034

The global aromatherapy market size was worth around USD 9.39 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach around USD 21.67 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.72% from 2025 to 2034. The global aromatherapy market growth is attributed to the rising inclination toward natural products and increasing recognition of the therapeutic applications of essential oils. 

Aromatherapy Market Key Takeaways

• North America dominated the global market with the largest market share of 41.06% in 2024.
• Asia pacific  is projected to expand at the notable CAGR during the forecast period.
• By product, the consumable segment contributed the highest market share of 80% in 2024.
• By equipment, the equipment segment is expected to grow at a significant CAGR from 2025 to 2034.
• By mode of delivery, the topical segment captured the biggest market share in 2024.
• By mode of delivery, the Direct inhalation segments is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.
• By application, the relaxation segment has held the largest market share in 2024.
• By application, the Scar management segments is predicted to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.

How can AI be Integrate in Aromatherapies? 

AI is transforming industries across the globe, and the aromatherapy industry is no exception. Using AI tools has helped reduce time in outlining a post, as an aromatherapist. AI helps optimize operations such as automated manufacturing, improve inventory management, and streamline the supply chain. AI streamlines personalized customer experiences and offers immersive aromatherapy experiences and tailored recommendations. In addition, AI also helps to enhance product development and create effective and innovative blends with AI-powered insights. These advanced AI trends are expected to enhance the demand for the aromatherapy market in the coming years.  

U.S. Aromatherapy Market Size and Growth 2025 to 2034

The U.S. aromatherapy market size was exhibited at USD 2.89 billion in 2024 and is projected to be worth around USD 6.73 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.82% from 2025 to 2034.

North America led the global aromatherapy market in 2024. The rising prevalence of various physical and mental disorders in North America has led to the increased demand for aromatherapy. Moreover, the healthcare costs in North America are significantly high and hence, the people are shifting towards the preventive care and natural alternatives to the drugs. The increased awareness regarding the benefits of essential oils and aromatherapy among the consumers is boosting the market growth significantly. The rising demand for the wellness tourism is further fueling the growth of the market. It is estimated that more than half of the US population is suffering from one or more chronic conditions. The rising prevalence of various mental illnesses like anxiety and depression is expected to boost the demand for the aromatherapy for relaxation and stress management.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of around 13.6% during the forecast period. The rising penetration of various spas and aromatherapy centers in the region to attract wellness medical tourists is significantly fostering the demand for the aromatherapy in the region. The rising pre valence of various ailments and growing awareness regarding the benefits of aromatherapy ion treatment of various ailments is expected to boost the growth of the Asia-Pacific aromatherapy market during the forecast period. The rising government initiatives to promote the region as a tourist friendly destination is expected to play a crucial role in the growth of the aromatherapy market in the forthcoming future.

Aromatherapy Market Growth Factors

• The global aromatherapy market is expected to grow significantly owing to the rising awareness regarding the therapeutic benefits of essential oils such as lavender oil, cedarwood oil, Roman chamomile oil, rose oil, and hyssop oil. 
• Consumers are shifting their preferences towards natural products and the rising demand among consumers regarding the health benefits of essential oil in aromatherapy which is further stimulating the demand for aromatherapy across the globe. 
• The rising demand for aromatherapy among women population owing to their concerns related to skin like acne and scars is expected to foster the market growth in the forthcoming years. 
• There is a rapidly rising prevalence of various chronic diseases among the population. The healthcare costs are high and hence the consumers are moving towards preventive care and alternative care products. The rising preferences for preventive care products are boosting the adoption of aromatherapy owing to the various health and therapeutic benefits associated with it.   
• The rising penetration and rising adoption of essential oil among consumers owing to its various benefits and its increasing usage in aromatherapy is propelling the growth of the market. 
• The growing popularity of wellness tourism is another major factor behind the surging demand for aromatherapy. The changing lifestyle, busy life schedules, and rising prevalence of various physical and mental disorders are significantly boosting the growth of the wellness tourism industry, and this factor is expected to drive the growth of the global aromatherapy market in the near future. 

Market Scope

Product Insights

The consumable segment accounted for around 80% of the revenue share and dominated the global aromatherapy market in 2024. This growth is attributable to the rising adoption of the essential oils as the therapeutic agents in aromatherapy. Moreover, two or more essential oils can be mixed and blended oils are also used extensively in aromatherapy. The essential oils are considered to the alternatives to medicines and hence its demand is growing rapidly in the aromatherapy.

The equipment is expected to be the fastest-growing segment with a CAGR of around 8.6% during the forecast period. The rapid emergence of various types of diffusers is boosting the preference for equipment to extract the benefits of the essential oils. The ultrasonic diffusers facilitate to disperse the essential oil in the air using water in the form of mist that can be inhaled indirectly. The nebulizing diffusers do not require water or heat to disperse essential oils. It uses pressurized air to diffuse the essential oils in the air.

Mode of Delivery Insights

The topical segment dominated the global market with around 43% of the market share in 2024. Topical application is the most convenient and simplest mode of delivery that helps to derive the higher therapeutic properties. There are some essential oils that caters to the various health problems such as skin issues and hair related issues. Moreover, it can also cure pain, wounds, immune system, respiratory diseases, circulating systems, and nervous systems.

Direct inhalation is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the forecast period. This is attributed to its higher efficiency in the treatment of the respiratory disorders. The various disorders like influenza, bronchial congestion, cold & cough, sinusitis, and sore throat can be effectively cured through direct inhalation of essential oils. The rising demand for the natural products and substitute medicines is expected to boost the demand for the direct inhalation across the globe during the forecast period.

Application Insights

Based on application, the relaxation segment dominated the global aromatherapy market, garnering a market share of around 23% in 2022. The rising prevalence of anxiety among the population has significantly boosted the growth of this segment in the aromatherapy market. Essential oils used in aromatherapy are an effective solution for anxiety and relaxation that helps in balancing the overactive mental state. Stress management has emerged as a huge concern among the people. The rising demand for the natural therapies to relief stress has led to the dominance of this segment across the globe.

Scar management is expected to be the fastest growing segment during the forecast period. The rising prevalence of burn injuries is significantly driving the demand for the scar management segment in the aromatherapy market. The burn injuries leaves noticeable hypertrophic scars and the essential oils helps in the treatment of such scars.

Aromatherapy Market Companies

• doTERRA International
• Koninklijke DSM N.V.
• International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
• Symrise
• Eden Garden
• Young Living Essential Oils
• Frontier Natural Products Corporation
• Rocky Mountain Oil
• Mountain Rose Herbs
• Plant Therapy Inc.
• Thann-Oryza Co. Ltd
• G Baldwin & Co.
• Ouwave Aroma Tech Co. Ltd.
• RyohinKeikaku Co. Ltd.
• Isagenix International LLC

Recent Developments

• In June 2024, its aromatherapy collection was launched by Boost Oxygen, which offers fragrances for its portable recyclable handled canisters such as outdoors camo, sport orange, focus rosemary, breathe menthol eucalyptus, balance pink grapefruit, revive peppermint, calm lavender and natural. 
• In September 2024, Bella Aroma, the opening of its latest dining experience was announced by Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad. The aim behind this announcement was an in-house chef at Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad and a Mediterranean culinary expert.  

Segments Covered in the Report

By Product

• Consumables
• Essential Oils
• Singles
• Herbaceous
• Woody
• Spicy
• Floral
• Citrus
• Earthy
• Camphoraceous
• Others
• Blends
• Carrier Oils
• Equipment
• Ultrasonic
• Nebulizing
• Evaporative
• Heat

By Mode of Delivery

• Aerial Diffusion
• Topical Application
• Direct Inhalation

By Application

• Skin and Hair Care
• Pain Management
• Relaxation
• Scar Management
• Insomnia
• Cough & Cold
• Others

By Distribution Channel

• DTC
• Retail
• E-commerce
• B2B

By End Use

• Home Use
• Spa & Wellness Centers
• Hospitals & Clinics
• Yoga & Meditation Centers

By Geography

• North America
• U.S.
• Canada
• Europe
• U.K.
• Germany
• France
• Asia-Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa (MEA)
• GCC
• North Africa
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa