The aromatheraphy companion : a portable guide to blending essential oils & crafting remedies for body, mind, and spirit

Shutes, Jade (author.). Galper, Amy, (author.). Anthony, Amy, (author.). Peter, Amandine, (author.). Vlasic, Elisabeth, (author.).

Summary: "Essentials oils have been used across all world cultures for thousands of years. While the popularity of aromatherapy has endured, the methods and applications of the craft have evolved. The Aromatherapy Companion is the modern practitioner's guide to working with the most essential aromatherapy and essential oils for healing and wellness. Using techniques developed over decades of teaching, you will learn the science of aromatherapy and how essentials oils interact with our sense of smell, brain pathways, and skin. The guide also includes over 35 plant profiles, plus recipes and blends for health and beauty. Included are remedies for digestive health, immunity, women's health concerns, and more, such as Hand & Body Wash for Flu Recovery, Self-Love Botanical Perfume, and Tummy Massage Oil for Indigestion. Drawing on the authors' unique methodology and expertise as aromatherapists, herbalists, and healers, you will learn the art of blending formulations with great skill and discernment."--

Record details

ISBN: 9780760377918
ISBN: 076037791X
Physical Description: print
159 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Publisher: Beverlym MA : Fair Winds Press, an imprint of The Quarto Group, 2022.
Copyright: ©2022

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (page 153) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction to essential oils -- The essential oils. Circulatory system ; Digestive system ; Musculoskeletal system -- Expanding your apothecary -- Body care applications -- Diffusion and inhalation -- Blending beyond recipes.