Origin: a Latin derivative
meaning "Gift of the Earth."
AromaTouch in the Palm of Your Hand
The AromaTouch® Hand Technique is built on the three foundational principles of the full AromaTouch Technique®: essential oil chemistry, aromatic experience, and intentional touch. Together, these elements create a focused, accessible technique designed for the hands that supports the body’s natural responses.
While the full AromaTouch Technique® offers a more comprehensive experience that can become part of an ongoing wellness routine, the AromaTouch® Hand Technique makes the principles of AromaTouch accessible wherever and whenever they may be useful. Simple to learn and practical to share, the AromaTouch® Hand Technique can be offered one-on-one, used as an intentional oil experience in a class setting, or shared as part of an appropriate community service opportunity. In just a few minutes, it brings together essential oil chemistry, aroma, and touch in a purposeful wellness experience.
Backed by Research
The simplicity of the AromaTouch® Hand Technique is one of its strengths, but its intentional design is what gives the technique purpose.
In a clinical study evaluating the AromaTouch® Hand Technique, participants reported positive changes in measures of physical and emotional well-being following the technique. These findings offer additional insight into how the combination of essential oils and intentional touch can complement a wellness-focused lifestyle.
Explore the clinical research behind the AromaTouch® Hand Technique.
How to Perform the Technique
The AromaTouch Hand Technique is a straightforward yet beautiful experience. Using one to three drops of the essential oil or blend of your choice, the technique is performed on one hand and then repeated on the other.
In just a few minutes, it can help someone feel seen, supported, and valued.
1. Oil Introduction
- Apply a light, even coating of your selected essential oil to the entire palm of the recipient’s hand (about one to three drops).
2. Dorsum Tissue Stretch
- Use both hands to grip one of the recipient’s hands on either side with the dorsum (back) of the hand, facing upward and your thumbs on top.
- Use your thumbs to stretch the tissue of the hand moving from the inside out and from the wrist to the base of the fingers.
3. Regional Tissue Pull
Grip the recipient’s hand (palm facing up) with one hand on either side and your thumbs on top. Use your thumbs to methodically work through all three regions, beginning in Region 1, with medium pressure.
Make sure to work the entire surface area of each of the hand’s regions.
4. PinPoint Zone Activation
Use your thumbs† to work through each of the hand’s five zones. Beginning in Zone 1, place your thumbs at the top of the recipient’s hand close to the wrist and alternately work your thumbs down the entire length of Zone 1 to the tip of the finger. Repeat the procedure for all five zones, three times in each zone.
†Choose a lead thumb and a follow thumb for this step. Make sure the follow thumb is always behind the lead thumb.
5. Interphalangeal Pull
With the recipient’s palm facing up, grip the wrist in one hand.
Use your other hand to stretch the tissue located between each finger away from the hand by gripping and sliding the tissue between your thumb and forefinger.
Repeat the pull three times between each finger before moving on.
Once the steps are completed, repeat the entire sequence on the other hand. The AromaTouch Hand Technique can typically be completed in under 10 minutes, making it an accessible way to share the benefits of the AromaTouch Technique anywhere.
For a guided demonstration, watch the AromaTouch Hand Technique walkthrough video.
This technique is an essential oil application that is intended for personal use (in homes and on family or close friends) and not for monetary benefit. Anyone who uses it for non-personal use or for monetary benefit assumes all responsibility for that use and must comply with the laws of their state.
Other training resources and instructional materials can be accessed and downloaded on the Digital Marketing Kit (DMK) to help you confidently practice and share this incredible technique.
Connect with the AromaTouch Technique Team
Not sure where to start? Email aromatouch@doterra.com. Our team is here to answer your questions and help you on your AromaTouch Technique certification journey.
This technique is an essential oil application that is intended for personal use (in homes and on family or close friends) and not for monetary benefit. Anyone who uses it for non-personal benefit assumes all responsibility for that use and must comply with the laws of their state.
AromaTouch in the Palm of Your Hand
The AromaTouch® Hand Technique is built on the three foundational principles of the full AromaTouch Technique®: essential oil chemistry, aromatic experience, and intentional touch. Together, these elements create a focused, accessible technique designed for the hands that supports the body’s natural responses.
While the full AromaTouch Technique® offers a more comprehensive experience that can become part of an ongoing wellness routine, the AromaTouch® Hand Technique makes the principles of AromaTouch accessible wherever and whenever they may be useful. Simple to learn and practical to share, the AromaTouch® Hand Technique can be offered one-on-one, used as an intentional oil experience in a class setting, or shared as part of an appropriate community service opportunity. In just a few minutes, it brings together essential oil chemistry, aroma, and touch in a purposeful wellness experience.
Backed by Research
The simplicity of the AromaTouch® Hand Technique is one of its strengths, but its intentional design is what gives the technique purpose.
In a clinical study evaluating the AromaTouch® Hand Technique, participants reported positive changes in measures of physical and emotional well-being following the technique. These findings offer additional insight into how the combination of essential oils and intentional touch can complement a wellness-focused lifestyle.
Explore the clinical research behind the AromaTouch® Hand Technique.
How to Perform the Technique
The AromaTouch Hand Technique is a straightforward yet beautiful experience. Using one to three drops of the essential oil or blend of your choice, the technique is performed on one hand and then repeated on the other.
In just a few minutes, it can help someone feel seen, supported, and valued.
1. Oil Introduction
- Apply a light, even coating of your selected essential oil to the entire palm of the recipient’s hand (about one to three drops).
2. Dorsum Tissue Stretch
- Use both hands to grip one of the recipient’s hands on either side with the dorsum (back) of the hand, facing upward and your thumbs on top.
- Use your thumbs to stretch the tissue of the hand moving from the inside out and from the wrist to the base of the fingers.
3. Regional Tissue Pull
Grip the recipient’s hand (palm facing up) with one hand on either side and your thumbs on top. Use your thumbs to methodically work through all three regions, beginning in Region 1, with medium pressure.
Make sure to work the entire surface area of each of the hand’s regions.
4. PinPoint Zone Activation
Use your thumbs† to work through each of the hand’s five zones. Beginning in Zone 1, place your thumbs at the top of the recipient’s hand close to the wrist and alternately work your thumbs down the entire length of Zone 1 to the tip of the finger. Repeat the procedure for all five zones, three times in each zone.
†Choose a lead thumb and a follow thumb for this step. Make sure the follow thumb is always behind the lead thumb.
5. Interphalangeal Pull
With the recipient’s palm facing up, grip the wrist in one hand.
Use your other hand to stretch the tissue located between each finger away from the hand by gripping and sliding the tissue between your thumb and forefinger.
Repeat the pull three times between each finger before moving on.
Once the steps are completed, repeat the entire sequence on the other hand. The AromaTouch Hand Technique can typically be completed in under 10 minutes, making it an accessible way to share the benefits of the AromaTouch Technique anywhere.
For a guided demonstration, watch the AromaTouch Hand Technique walkthrough video.
This technique is an essential oil application that is intended for personal use (in homes and on family or close friends) and not for monetary benefit. Anyone who uses it for non-personal use or for monetary benefit assumes all responsibility for that use and must comply with the laws of their state.
Other training resources and instructional materials can be accessed and downloaded on the Digital Marketing Kit (DMK) to help you confidently practice and share this incredible technique.
Connect with the AromaTouch Technique Team
Not sure where to start? Email aromatouch@doterra.com. Our team is here to answer your questions and help you on your AromaTouch Technique certification journey.
This technique is an essential oil application that is intended for personal use (in homes and on family or close friends) and not for monetary benefit. Anyone who uses it for non-personal benefit assumes all responsibility for that use and must comply with the laws of their state.
