Embalming is the art and science of preserving cadavers or human remains by treating them with chemicals. The use of balms and balsams to impregnate the dead body for preservation has gained the name embalming. A well fixed and well embalmed cadaver is a great asset not only for anatomical dissection but also for research purposes and for viewing by friends, relatives or the public at the time of cremation. This article discusses the chemicals used in embalming, types and methods of embalming, modern preservation methods, the precautions to be taken and the medicolegal aspects related to embalming. Chemicals used in embalming are a variety of preservatives, disinfectant agents and additives which are combined in various proportions to produce the embalming fluid, the predominant chemical being formalin. The modern embalming process is of four types, arterial, cavity, hypodermic and surface embalming. In anatomical embalming, the 3 methods recommended are the gravity method, electric injector or Mechanical pump method and injection method which are described in detail. The processes used are injection, distribution, diffusion and drainage. Other modern methods underway are Thiel method of soft embalming, Plastination and Cryopreservation. Extra precautions need to be taken for cadavers carrying infections such as TB or HIV. Regarding covid-19, WHO recommendation is in alignment with CDC (Centres for Disease Control and Prevention) which state that Embalming is not recommended to avoid excessive manipulation of the body; Adults >60 years and immunosuppressed persons should not directly interact with the body