[Paperback]
Whether through massage, a hot aromatherapy bath or a cooling compress, essential oils can bring life-enhancing benefits to everyone. In this stunning addition to the "Essential Handbook" series we learn how to incorporate them into our lives. The first section of "The Essential Oils Handbook" describes how the oils are extracted from plants, evocatively explains how they have been used traditionally in different cultures, and guides the reader in the best ways to integrate them safely and effectively into their daily routine. This is followed by an invaluable directory of 100 oils, each complemented by a full-colour photograph of the plant from which the oil is made.Every information-packed entry offers examples of how you can use the oil to benefit both mind and body, whether massaging sore muscles with rosemary oil or adding ylang ylang oil to a bath to calm your mind. For each oil, key points are highlighted to provide essential information and fascinating facts at a glance. Authoritative yet accessible, this book will delight anyone who wants to use oils to enhance their well-being, or who simply takes great pleasure in these complex, alluring fragrances.
- A Quick and easy guide to the key restorative effects of 100 life enhancing therapeutic oils
- A Detailed profile of each oil explaining its origin, healing properties and most effective uses.
- A Wealth of tips on blending and using these oils so you can get the maximum pleasure and benefit from them.
About the Author
Jennie Harding BA, TIDHA, MIPTI, HNC has over 17 years' experience as a specialist and healer working with essential oils, and was Senior Essential Oil tutor at the Tisserand Institute in London for 13 years. She has written books on subjects ranging from aromatherapy, herbs and incense to stress management and natural beauty. Among these is Aromatherapy Massage for You (DBP).
