Biological Activity of an Essential Oil Blend in Human Dermal Fibroblasts

Abstract

Essential oils are complex mixtures of aromatic compounds naturally produced in plants. They have been used historically as well as currently for treating a variety of diseases and maintaining health in humans (Lv et al., 2013; Perry & Perry, 2006). Recent pre-clinical and clinical studies have provided evidence supporting the benefits of essential oils to human health (Kozioł et al., 2014; Navarra et al., 2015), resulting in a wider acceptance and use of essential oils in the US and worldwide. Despite this trend, very few studies have elucidated the mechanisms of action of essential oils inhuman cells.