Art of Aromatherapy

by Pamela Allardice

Book Overview

Books on aromatherapy are plentiful, but finding the right one for your needs is not necessarily simple. Consider The Art of Aromatherapy an introduction into the world of essential oils. This... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0517120674
• ISBN13: 9780517120675
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Random House Value Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.7" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Good summary of oils

I like this book a lot because it gives you a brief history of the oils and what they’re used for. Perfect for a quick reference.

The Art of Aromatherapy

An attractive and informative small book that gives basic information about essential oils used in aromatherapy for over 25 different oils such as Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Jasmine and Lavender--to name a few. The pictures are just beautiful and the write-up is done in fancy lettering. It makes a wonderful gift. In each section, there is a description and history, a medicinal section and properties for each oil. My favorite is LAVENDER: Did you know that Lavender Oil is used as the basic ingredient of many fragrances? Lavender has a calming effect and this book recommends a drop of lavender oil on your pillow or in your bath to promote a restful sleep. Properties of lavender include a muscle relaxant, sedative, antidepressant and others....

A comprehensive, quick reference

If you have been wondering what Aromatherapy & essentialoils are all about this is a good book to start you off. This booklists the most common & some not so common essential oils & their uses. It also gives a brief history of each particular essential oil & what plant it comes from. Also, how to mix with a carrier oil as essential oils must be diluted. It provides a good all-around quick reference to understanding & using essential oils.