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The Fragrant Pharmacy [Paperback]

Valerie Ann Worwood
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14 Nov 1991 0553403974 978-0553403978 New Edition

The Fragrant Pharmacy opens the way to a whole world of fresh possibilities. It is a new approach to nature through one of its most powerful forms - those fragrant 'essential oils' drawn from flowers and grasses, trees and roots, leaves and fruit, that remain the great untapped resources of our planet.

The Fragrant Pharmacy shows how each essential oil can offer many diverse benefits. One of the most holistic of all systems of medicine, the oils can alleviate symptoms, prevent many illnesses and disorders and help in their healing process. But more than that, they can provide all of us - our families, our homes, even our pets - with the protections and pleasures we need...without the chemical pollution of our bodies or our envirnment.

This illuminating and imaginative book of aromatherapy is the household manual of the future. It is a treasury of information about precious life- and health-enhancing liquids that work in complex harmony with people and planet alike. Here is a comprehensive encyclopaedia of 'medicines out of the earth', those miracles of creation which revitalise and rejuvenate, enhance our emotions and help our work and play. It charts out for all of us a fragrant way to family health and home delights.


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  • Paperback: 560 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam; New Edition edition (14 Nov 1991)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0553403974
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553403978
  • Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 3.3 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 7,000 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"An excellent encyclopaedia for use in everyday life" (City Limits)

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The Fragrant Pharmacy opens the way to a whole world of fresh possibilities. It is a new approach to nature through one of its most powerful forms - those fragrant 'essential oils' drawn from flowers and grasses, trees and roots, leaves and fruit, that remain the great untapped resources of our planet.

The Fragrant Pharmacy shows how each essential oil can offer many diverse benefits. One of the most holistic of all systems of medicine, the oils can alleviate symptoms, prevent many illnesses and disorders and help in their healing process. But more than that, they can provide all of us - our families, our homes, even our pets - with the protections and pleasures we need...without the chemical pollution of our bodies or our envirnment.

This illuminating and imaginative book of aromatherapy is the household manual of the future. It is a treasury of information about precious life- and health-enhancing liquids that work in complex harmony with people and planet alike. Here is a comprehensive encyclopaedia of 'medicines out of the earth', those miracles of creation which revitalise and rejuvenate, enhance our emotions and help our work and play. It charts out for all of us a fragrant way to family health and home delights.


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52 of 52 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Good but... 19 April 2009
By Salvora
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Quite a good book on aromatherapy. On the positive side, it has a lot of recipes for nearly everything. Recipes go from skin care to babies, gardening, pets and cooking. The book is very complete on this front.

On the negative side, this book contains an index with information of some essential oils (what the author describes as the "basic kit"). But this only covers a few essential oils. If you are looking for a guide with information on each essential oil I recommend Julia Lawless the Encyclopedia of Essential Oils.

Also on the negative side, I'm confused by the author's recommendations. She gives guidelines as to how many drops of essential oils to use per millilitre of base oil. This I found very useful. She recommends that you use a maximum of 1 drop of essential oil per millilitre of base oil. Thus, for instance, if you are blending 30 ml base oil, you shouldn't add more than 30 drops of essential oils. However, and very confusingly, many of her recipes contain a lot more drops than she recommends. There are recipes for 30 ml of base oil containing 40-50 drops of essential oils. I find this very confusing. And no explanation is given for this contradiction.

Also on the negative side, some of the oils she uses are hard to find in the UK. Not impossible, but hard to find. For instance: she uses a lot of carrot seed oil. You will not find this in any of the major high street shops (not in Neal's Yard, not in Culpeper). She also uses a lot of parsley seed oil. This one is also not available in the main high street retailers. Not only that: I checked parsley seed oil in my encyclopedia of essential oils (Julia Lawless book), and parsley seed oil is said to be moderately toxic. Perhaps this is why main retailers are not stocking it?

Also, the author misses some important base oils, such as rosehip oil. This is a base oil she does not discuss or use at all. However, it has recently been discovered as a very good oil for skin care. It seems to me that the book might be a bit outdated by now.

She also does not discuss the shelf life of essential oils. They have an use-by-end date, and this is something one should be careful to know. Some base oils go rancid faster than others. This information should have been in the book.

This book is actually quite good, but it does need a new revised and updated edition. It is very good, and you'll be happy to own it. However, this is not the only book you'll ever need on aromatherapy.
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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful
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This is the first book of Aromatherapy I bought. Since then I have purchased many more books on the subject but I keep referring back to this one as it is consistant, informative and easy to understand.

It covers everything from childbirth to old age, listing aromatherapy solutions to countless conditions (even hiatus hernia). It also covers beauty treatments for all ages and cooking.

A must for the beginner to the advanced.

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this has some brilliant recipes and of the ones i've tried all have worked. It has great background information, where to go to know more and exact doses of the oils.Fantastic amount of information and an invaluable bible of aromatherapy
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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential purchase for any home
Been using this book for years - easy to read, simply look up the ailment or whatever. If you don't have the oils it offers alternative replacements. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Iain A. Bryson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great.
This is the second copy of this book I have bought as the first one is now worn out. The information is very useful to a person like me who has a problem with chemical cleaners and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Maryliz
5.0 out of 5 stars The only book you need...
This book contains all the knowledge you could possibly need, whether you are looking for a natural remedy or for mixing fragrances and oils for soap making etc. Read more
Published 3 months ago by HelenB
4.0 out of 5 stars Fragrant Pharmacy
Book came in on time. It is in excellent condition. The only thing, if one wants to look at it this way, its an old book in that around the edges of the pages have become yellowed... Read more
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A truly brilliant book, and worth every penny. I've wanted to learn how to make lotions and ointments for a long time. But could never find a book that did all I wanted from it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jf
5.0 out of 5 stars The Fragrant Pharmacy
Lovely book and very helpful for those times of stress and anxiety. Tips on how to use fragrant oils for various situations e.g. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Linda
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My original copy of this book was lost when my houseboat sunk, taking all my possessions with it. As so many things with higher priorities need to be replaced I was thrilled when... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Diana at The Saker
5.0 out of 5 stars fragrant pharmacy
this book is a must for all aromatherapists especially those new to the field. It is packed full of information, recipes and is a great aide memoir and quick reference. Read more
Published 10 months ago by loobylou
5.0 out of 5 stars Fragrant Pharmacy
Bought the book for a gift as i already have a copy myself. I can recommend it to anybody interested in this subject. Delivery was excellent as usual
Published 11 months ago by R. Titman
5.0 out of 5 stars simply the best
This Aromatherapy book is the best on the market throw your family doctor book away and your first aid kit you will never need them again. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Amelia
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