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Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to the Use of Aromatic Oils in Aromatherapy, Herbalism, Health and Well Being (Paperback)

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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Thorsons (1 Jul 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0007145187
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007145188
  • Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 18.8 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 13,874 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"at last a clear and systematic distillation of useful information about a truly comprehensive spectrum of essential oils and absolutes." John Steele, American Aromatherapy Association. "A comprehensive and timely contribution to aromatherapy, herbalism and the whole field of holistic health care. An authoritative, reliable guide that will serve its readers for many years." David Hoffmann, the American Herbalists Guild & California School of Herbal Studies.

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This handbook, used by aromatherapists all over the world, contains A-Z listing of an enormous, internationally relevant, range of 193 aromatic plants. Chapters also cover; the history of aromatherapy and herbalism; how aromatic plants work on your body and mind; how to make your own blends; and uses for oils in the home. For each plant the following information is provided: common name, Latin name, botanical plant family; synonyms - other common names used; general description - what it looks like; distribution - where it's found; other species - related plants; herbal folk tradition - traditional uses; actions - what it's good for; extraction - how the oil is extracted; characteristics - what the oil looks like, and which other oils it blends well with; principal constituents - what it's made from; and safety information.

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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars essential, 6 May 2003
Having read this book i would definately rate it as an essentail for any one who has a serious interest in aromatherapy or wishes to study it.Each oil has a whole page dedicated to it, with all the information you could need about it on there, in clearly marked groups, which contain everything from cautions to exraction methods. A definate must have!!!!!!!
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54 of 56 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars All-round useful workbook, 31 Mar 2003
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I'm attending an evening class in aromatherapy and this book was recommended by the teacher. It has a nicely designed cover, and the typeface inside is clear and easily readable. It's designed as a working tome, and indeed I keep refering to it. The main body of the book is an alphabetical listing of oils, sometimes accompanied by a black and white line drawing of the plant in question. Each description is in a set pattern for quick reference and as well as telling you what it looks like and where it grows there is a lot of other info about how it is extracted what it's actions are, how to use it, any safety concerns etc. There's an interesting introduction for those of us new to using oils, a therapeutic index, a glossary and other good reference material. Possibly the only book you'll need for using aromatherapy in the home, unless you want to develop a much deeper understanding or skill, e.g. train as an aromatherapist. A really nice book to hold and flick through.
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44 of 46 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Vital for Beginners and Experienced Practitioners, 28 Aug 2003
The book covers everything from the extraction of oils to exploring the properties of the most commonly used oils in aromatherapy. Concisely written, the book provides a comprehensive resource that you will find yourself turning to for guidance again and again. Highly recommended to new comers to the art of aromatherapy as it covers a wide range of material that is useful for those just starting out.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Clear reference book
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Was recommended this book by a friend. It's the most complete one I've seen! Very good for reference too. Read more
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a well desingned and structured book also interesting for herbalism. all oils are listed in alphabetical order by their commen name but can also be found by the plants latin name... Read more
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