Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Brazilian Journal of Health, Aromatherapy, and Essential Oil (BJHAE)!

It is with great enthusiasm that we embark on this journey together, delving into the rich, dynamic, and continuously evolving world of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils. Our goal is to provide a vibrant and robust platform where researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts can share their insights, groundbreaking research, and discoveries in these fascinating fields. We warmly invite you to contribute your innovative work and join us in this exhilarating venture. Together, let's push the boundaries of knowledge and practice in health, aromatherapy, and essential oils! We express our sincere gratitude for your interest and support and are excited about your contributions. Let's grow and learn together in our shared passion for these transformative areas of health and wellness.

To this edition and beyond, stay curious, inspired, and engaged!

Dr. Francisco Rafael Oliveira da Silva

Editor-Chief of BJHAE

In the 2025 edition, we begin with the Editorial titled "Aromatherapy Today: A Science of Integration and Evidence-Based Practice" which reports on the latest advancements and research in the field of aromatherapy. This editorial highlights the growing recognition of aromatherapy as a legitimate and evidence-based practice, integrating scientific findings into modern healthcare systems. It emphasizes the importance of standardized methodologies, quality control, and professional oversight to ensure the efficacy and safety of essential oils in clinical settings. Additionally, it underscores the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing the scientific validation and acceptance of aromatherapy, paving the way for its broader integration into global health systems.

In the 2026 edition, we open with the Editorial entitled “Essential Oils at the Interface of Nature, Technology, and Human Health”, a reflection that mirrors both the scientific direction of this issue and the symbolic depth expressed on our cover. The image of a human face interwoven with digital networks and a luminous drop containing botanical elements represents the core mission of this journal, which is to bridge traditional natural knowledge with modern scientific and technological advances.

This editorial explores how aromatherapy and essential oil research have evolved into a truly integrative science that connects molecular biology, neuroscience, inflammation, metabolism, and clinical practice. It highlights the growing body of evidence demonstrating that essential oils are not merely complementary tools, but biologically active agents capable of interacting with complex physiological systems through well-defined mechanisms.

Special emphasis is placed on the convergence between innovation and scientific rigor. Advances in analytical chemistry, omics technologies, digital health tools, and translational research models are reshaping how essential oils are studied, validated, and applied. The editorial reinforces the need for methodological robustness, reproducibility, and ethical standards, ensuring that scientific progress remains aligned with safety, efficacy, and professional responsibility.

Finally, this edition underscores the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration by bringing together researchers, clinicians, pharmacists, and health professionals with the goal of transforming essential oil science into meaningful health solutions. By integrating nature-derived compounds with cutting-edge science, this journal continues to support the maturation of aromatherapy as a field that is both scientifically grounded and clinically relevant in contemporary global healthcare.