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A comprehensive pratical guide to using head, face, body and foot massage techniques, an d a wide variety of aromatherapy treatments, to promote health and harmony.

A clear and comprehensive guide to the most popular touch therapies of massage, aromatherapy, shiatsu and reflexology.

This new edition of ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY FOR SAFE AROMATHERAPY provides an accessible account of the key theoretical aspects of chemistry and their application into the safe practice of aromatherapy. For readers with a limited science background, this book offers a clear and concisely written guide to essential information in chemistry. For practitioners, the book applies chemistry to the practical and therapeutic use of essential oils, and leads to a better understanding of composition, properties and technical data related to essential oils.Takes the fear and mystery out of chemistry for aromatherapy students! Presents crucial information in a clear and easily- digestible format, highlighting key points all alongAllows professional aromatherapists to practice with greater confidence,... Less

Aromatherapy 101 empowers you to use the extensive medicine cabinet provided by Mother Nature. From her flowers, trees, bushes, and herbs, oil is extracted to create aromas to aid healing and well-being. Much like a walk in the park or relaxing in nature, our senses can be tantalized, our memories and emotions evoked, and our bodies seduced into relaxation by the power of the these aromatic, volatile plant extracts known as essential oils. Aromatherapy 101 is beautiful with four-part color, and is set in an easy-to-read A-Z format.Some of the essential oils you will learn to use are: -- Cypress -- Frankincense -- Jasmine

Aromatherapy Workbook, first published in 1990, is an essential guide to the history, folklore, science, and practice of aromatherapy. It features more than seventy essential oils classified by botanical family with detailed discussions of their specific actions, along with unique insights into their energetic and spiritual properties. This revised edition incorporates the latest biochemical research with the spiritual and psychological understanding of essential oils. Author Marcel Lavabre, a founder of the American Aromatherapy Association, explains the mysterious and powerful influence of scent on our mental state, emotion, and sexuality. He discusses the various methods of extraction, devotes a special section to the art of blending, and presents specific formulas for disorders such... Less

By now, everyone knows that essential oils can relax, stimulate, and even heal. But how do you choose the oil that s right for you? Aromatherapy for Everyone provides easy-to-follow information on using forty-six natural plant oils. You will learn which oils to use, which oils to avoid, how to mix oils, and how to derive maximum benefits. Whether you want to relieve a health problem or simply create a unique scent, this book puts the world of essential oils at your fingertips.

A necessary resource for anyone interested in alternative approaches to healing, this book contains more than 600 easy-to-follow recipes for essential oil treatments and aromatherapy.

Jeanne Rose, affectionatley known as the Grand Dame of aromatherapy to those in the field, has compiled over the years a wealth of practical and researched information about aromatherapy. With her charming humor she weaves the history of aromatherapy. In this book you will find almost anything you would want to know about aromatherapy including recipes, her own and others, from skin care to pet care. She even covers the unusual aspects of aromatherapy such as the musical and chakra qualities of essential oils. An excellent book for beginners or beyond. It is a wonderful book for looking up particular essential oils, finding their properties, cautions etc. for both the beginner and advanced aromatherapy student. The aromatherapy reference charts listed in the book are indispensable and... Less

Aromatherapy: Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils for Esthetics and Spa Therapy explores the complex and important chemistry and application of essential oils. With alternative and natural therapies becoming a part of daily life, this pertinent topic deserves this complete and informative treatment. Through aromatherapy, the use of essential oils is a creative, versatile, and powerfully effective treatment. This text provides the tools and knowledge necessary to understand the complexities of essential oil therapy, and confidently utilize its healing potential. The text addresses aromatherapy from multiple angles including chemically, biologically, and holistically. The reader will also benefit from the incorporation of psychology, philosophy, diet, nutrition, and lifestyle in terms of... Less

An Introductory Guide to Aromatherapy is an invaluable companion for both students and practitioners of aromatherapy. Helping learners gain the practical and theoretical skills necessary for successful aromatherapy treatments, the books detailed list of fixed and essential oils also makes it a comprehensive reference for qualified professionals and home users alike. Covering the history of aromatherapy, the key principles of plant identification, and the different methods of extracting oils, An Introductory Guide to Aromatherapy provides a thorough A-Z of the origin, properties, and uses of essential oils and a practical explanation of aromatherapy massage techniques. Also including useful information on the buying and storage of oils along with a chapter of sample treatment case studies,... Less

Aromatherapy, the centuries-old practice of using botanical scents and oils for physical and physic benefit, is more popular than ever today. Roberta Wilson's essential resource for aromatherapy offers hundreds of healing recipes for compresses, baths, inhalants, air fresheners, and skin-care products specifically designed to help common disorders and complaints. Organized in a handy A-to-Z format, Aromatherapy is the most trusted sourcebook for this gentle healing art.

The Book of Beauty is as much a hands-on guide on how to make skin care products with natural ingredients as the sum of Samyukta Blanchet's 15 years of experience in aromatherapy and Ayurveda as it relates to inner and outer beauty. She provides basic recipes but also knowledge upon which you can create your own products, taking into account your changing skin care needs. Exercises, tips and precautions are included to build your confidence and support your awareness and creativity. At a deeper level, the search for beauty is related to the search for self-love, one that is universal. The aromatic path offers a perfect opportunity for the wise woman in you to start or deepen your quest.

The Aromatherapy Advocate, is about how to use essential oils, with a discussion about oils of the Bible. It is written from a Christian point of view, and strongly believes that God created plants with healing benefits at the beginning of time. This book maintains that these plants and their therapeutic oils are gifts from God to be used wisely and carefully. Many Christian experts advise against using aromatherapy because it is so strongly affiliated with other Eastern religions. Also, wild claims have been made about essential oil benefits, but as this book points out, there is enough evidence to support the basic, every day uses of aromatherapy. The Aromatherapy Advocate will share with you: Why aromatic oils went from being medicine to adulterated flavoring What the Bible actually... Less

This is an intensive study of nearly 50 plants and essences, investigating their history, properties, uses, and methods of application. Case histories are provided, as well as information on the gathering and conservation of plants and a glossary of medical terms

Among the profusion of books on aromatherapy available today The Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy is the first to explore the many aspects of this healing art in a single, up-to-date, illustrated volume. The author discusses all things aromatic, from essential oils to garden plants, with recipes for blending essential oils and practical tips for creating perfumes and beauty products. The numerous therapeutic uses of aromatherapy are applied to 10 major systems of the body with specific remedies given for more than 70 ailments. Color photographs illustrate step-by-step a full-body aromatherapy massage, accompanied by specific advice on massaging pregnant women, babies, children, and elderly people. There is also a helpful section concerning sports injuries. Useful for the beginner, this... Less

• The first book devoted exclusively to aromatic hydrosols-- gentle, water-based plant extracts that expand the healing, cosmetic, and culinary applications of aromatherapy. • The newest development in the field of aromatherapy. • The homeopathic form of aromatic treatment that is the perfect complement to other forms of vibrational medicine. • A comprehensive reference with more than 100 recipes and formulas for using hydrosols as well as sources of supply. • With an introduction by Kurt Schnaubelt, author of Advanced Aromatherapy and Medical Aromatherapy. Hydrosols is one of the most anticipated books in the world of holistic health because it introduces a revolutionary new use of essential oils in aromatic treatment. Hydrosols, or hydrolates, are the pure, water-based solutions created... Less

This is the most detailed and research-based book available on aromatherapy aimed specifically at those caring for pregnant and childbearing women, especially midwives and aromatherapists. Building on the success of the last edition, this book contains new and expanded information on physiology related to obstetrics, the principles of safe use of essential oils for pregnant and childbearing women, and infant massage. Thoroughly revised and updated to include the latest information on aromatherapy, essential oils, and massage for pregnancy, childbirth, and the post-natal period.

Rocky Patel wrote Golden Aromatherapy: A Symphony of Colored Energy and Aromatic Scents to help alleviate the suffering of mankind through aromatherapy techniques, which can be easily practiced. Golden Aromatherapy reveals for the first time, ancient, previously esoteric, information on the energetic properties, colored energies, and chemicals within essential oils that empower them with their healing properties and powerful scents. Some topics include: The predominate Color of Energy contained in individual Essential Oils. How different essential oils can activate or inhibit energy centers. How to use essential oils to improve your relationships, finances, spiritual connections, and health! Learn how to Bless Essential Oils with Divine Healing Energy, Prosperity, and Love. For Healing... Less

This book charts the aromatic pathway from the pre-conceptual stage right through to delivery and neo-natal care. It is a must for any health-conscious couple contemplating starting a family, and wishing to enhance their lifestyle with essential oils and other naturally energetic products.

Aromatherapy for the Emotions is the complete guide to using nature's essential oils to treat negative emotional states, and enhance positive emotions. The book contains 51 essential oil profiles according to their effects on emotional states, over 45 rec

Comprehensive, evidence-based guide promotes an integrative approach to using complementary therapies with conventional medicines. Topics include essential oil sciences in context, safety issues, essentials of aromatic formulations, skin infections, childhood skin complaints, and more. For practitioners. Softcover.

Lavender essential oil is one of the best and most versatile essential oils available today. Essential oils don't just smell good, they're good for you and provide a number of health benefits. Lavender essential oil is a favorite oil amongst aromatherapists and holistic health experts alike. Learn all about lavender oil and its many uses and applications. The following topics are covered in this book: What lavender is and why it's important. A brief history of lavender. What's inside lavender essential oil. An easy to understand breakdown of the most important chemical constituents. The many health benefits of lavender essential oil. Topical application of lavender oil. Why ingesting lavender oil is the least effective (and most dangerous) method of delivery. The many faces of diffusion... Less

The seasons of the year parallel the symbolic seasons of life, with spring representing the childhood years of hope and seeing the world with new eyes; summer the young-adult years of growth and engagement; autumn the years of mid-life reflection, healing, and forgiveness; and winter the late-life years of rest, restoration, and rejuvenation. Daily Aromatherapy introduces readers to the transformative qualities of nature’s aromas for each of these seasons. Each month of the year profiles and explores the psychological and subtle energy aspects of four different essential oils–one per week. Forty-eight different oils are profiled in this way. Readers experience each oil and its powers in depth through seven different intention exercises: an affirmation, emotional self-discovery questions,... Less

A detailed and authoritative guide to using essential oils for common ailments and management problems in horses and ponies by a leading practitioner. Chapters include how to select oils for a particular condition, doses and dilutions, external, internal and topical applications and quick reference charts and tables.

Newly revised edition of the definitive guide to using essential oils during pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. • Special sections on massage give complete instructions for easing the discomforts of pregnancy, relieving the pain of labor and birth, and facilitating the bonding of mother and child. • Written by a registered nurse trained in herbal medicine, reflexology, and massage. Fragrant, gentle essential oils are ideally suited to the special needs of women during pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. This newly revised edition of the definitive guide provides the reader with expert advice on using essential oils in massage, baths, compresses, lotions, and inhalations. Special sections on massage for pregnant women and newborns give complete instructions for using massage to... Less

Aromatherapy is one of the main complementary therapies to be practiced by nurses and other health care professionals in hospital, hospice, and community settings. Written by a nurse, this clinical text highlights how aromatherapy can enhance care and the role health care professionals play in its practice. It examines key facts and issues in aromatherapy practice, and applies these within a variety of contexts and conditions, taking a carefully holistic approach in dealing with the patient.

Extracted from flowers and herbs, aromatic essential oils have been used for centuries to heal and beautify, offering a gentle yet effective alternative in the treatment of illness, stress, and imbalance. Maggie Tisserand brings a wealth of practical experience to this book, focusing on women and their particular health and beauty concerns. She shows how the unique properties of specific essences can be used to maintain healthy hair and skin, ease minor complaints, and assist in treating more serious health problems. The author shares her techniques for enhancing general well-being and sensual satisfaction with massage. She also gives advice on how to use aromatherapy during pregnancy and childbirth, and includes a chapter on remedies for children's illnesses. Tisserand's knowledge of... Less

The first aromatherapy guide to synthesize Eastern and Western approaches to restoring emotional and mental health. • Explains the esoteric and energetic healing properties of 40 essential oils to help restore balance to the body and psyche. • Provides help for a wide range of common emotional and mental complaints. • Includes full-color illustrations to guide readers through the massage and acupressure sequences. In this unique synthesis of Eastern and Western healing approaches, Gabriel Mojay combines the practice of aromatherapy with the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. Mojay explains the esoteric and energetic healing properties of 40 essential oils and shows how they can be used to manipulate qi, the body's vital energy, to stimulate healing from negative emotional and... Less

The natural power of aromatherapy can revitalize body and spirit--which is why it has become one of the most popular complementary therapies. Take advantage of its unique healing potential with this beautifully photographed guide, now available in this smaller, handier format. Here is complete guidance on blending the oils and choosing the right ones to relieve a wide range of physical and emotional symptoms, from colds to digestive disorders, from skin breakouts to anxiety. An illustrated full-body massage sequence practically guides your hand, stroke by stroke, through a sensual massage. There are also massages meant for babies and children, and to aid relaxation. For quick reference, a directory sets out the properties of all the recommended essential and carrier oils.