Aromatherapist
あろませらぴすと
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A profession that promotes mental and physical relaxation and health improvement using treatments and aromatherapy with essential oils.
Description
Aromatherapists use essential oils (essential oils) extracted from plants to provide treatments such as massages and aromatic baths, supporting mental and physical relaxation and health maintenance. Before treatment, they conduct counseling to check the client's condition, constitution, and preferences, and select the optimal blend of essential oils. They perform treatments while paying attention to dilution and contraindications, and after the treatment, provide advice on home care and lifestyle habits. In addition to working in salons, there are various work styles such as visiting services and resort spas, and demand is increasing with the growing needs for preventive medicine and wellness.
Future Outlook
With the rise in health consciousness and wellness needs, and the expansion of use in preventive medicine, stable demand is expected to continue in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Calm demeanor / Empathetic / Good listener / Neat and clean appearance
Work Style
Freelance / Part-time / Salon employment / Spa employment / Visiting service
Career Path
Aromatherapy advisor → Aromatherapist → Salon manager → Aromatherapy instructor → Self-employment
Required Skills
Anatomy and physiology / Counseling / Hygiene management / Knowledge of essential oils / Treatment techniques
Recommended Skills
Aroma blending / Digital marketing / Menu planning and development / Reading English literature / Self-care instruction
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required in managing essential oil dilution ratios and handling contraindications. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is essential for building trust with clients and understanding their needs. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn about various essential oils and their effects on the human body. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long treatment sessions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it involves simple calculations such as dilution ratios. |
Related Qualifications
- Aromatherapist Certified by the Japan Aromatherapy Environment Association (AEAJ)
- Aromatherapy Advisor Certified by the Japan Aromatherapy Environment Association (AEAJ)
- Aromatherapy Instructor Certified by the Japan Aromatherapy Environment Association (AEAJ)
Aliases
- Aroma Massage Therapist
- Aromatherapist
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