Nature's Essential Oils: Aromatic Alchemy for Well-Being (Countryman Know How)
Nature's Essential Oils: Aromatic Alchemy for Well-Being (Countryman Know How)

Author: Cher Kaufmann

Publisher: The Countryman Press

Published: 2018-04-17

Total Pages: 835

ISBN-13: 1581574606

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Lavender is calming and relaxing; lemon uplifting and stimulating. But why do each of these scents provoke specific, visceral responses? In Nature’s Essential Oils, certified aromatherapist Cher Kaufmann demystifies the how and why behind essential oils, explaining the environmental factors that impact the chemical make-ups of herbs and plants and how they trigger our physical and emotional responses. This thorough and welcoming guide includes recipes for oil blends that can be used in diffusers and personal inhalers as well as for bath salts, salves, linen sprays, and more. Kaufmann also explains essential oil dilution and safety, shares the best carrier oils for each application, and includes tips for buying and storing oils. With detailed profiles of more than 30 of the most common essential oils for well-being, this is a valuable resource for anyone hoping to expand their knowledge of essential oils and their properties.

Essential Oils
Essential Oils

Author: Hany El-Shemy

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2020-01-08

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1789846404

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Essential oils were used globally as a folk medicine for the treatment of a number of diseases because of the high content of natural compounds. Therefore, this book looks at research topics dealing with isolation, purification, and identification of active ingredients of essential oils from plants. This knowledge will provide significant information about essential oils to researchers and others interested in the field.

Essential Beauty
Essential Beauty

Author: Patricia Betty

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780658002809

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In ESSENTIAL BEAUTY, Patricia Betty, one of America's foremost aromatherapists, shares her internationally renowned beauty formulas, all derived from nature's own essential oils. Featuring dozens of unique, easy recipes for moisturizers, exfoliators, toners, and other natural treatments, this book also offers Betty's exclusive natural anti-aging program, holistic alternatives to packaged cosmetics, and food plans for lifelong health and beauty. ESSENTIAL BEAUTY is a guide for anyone who wants to experience the life-affirming joy of nature's essential oils.

Essential Oils and Aromatics
Essential Oils and Aromatics

Author: Marge Clark

Publisher:

Published: 2007-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933317731

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Aromatic plants that open up a whole new world of crafts and real medical benefits -- in the form of clearer heads, elevated moods, and strengthened immune systems -- are the focus of this herbal handbook. The easy-to-follow instructions explain how to add essential oils extracted from herbs and flowers to water in vaporisers, melted wax for candles, and oils for bathing and massage. Herbal recipes include a bath of lavender, bergamot, and cedar for winding down after a hard day at work; the scents of geranium to ease nervousness; and eucalyptus, hyssop, lavender, or lemongrass for cold and cough relief.

The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative
The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative

Author: Florence Williams

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2017-02-07

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 0393242722

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"Highly informative and remarkably entertaining." —Elle From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature’s positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas—and the answers they yield—are more urgent than ever.

The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, Revised and Expanded
The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, Revised and Expanded

Author: Valerie Ann Worwood

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2016-10-14

Total Pages: 713

ISBN-13: 1577311396

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Completely updated, the best book on the topic available anywhere has just gotten better! A necessary resource for anyone interested in alternative approaches to healing and lifestyle, this new edition contains more than 800 easy-to-follow recipes for essential oil treatments. No one has provided more thorough and accurate guidance to the home practitioner or professional aromatherapist than Valerie Ann Worwood. In her clear and positive voice, Worwood provides tools to address a huge variety of health issues, including specific advice for children, women, men, and seniors. Other sections cover self-defense against microbes and contaminants, emotional challenges, care for the home and workplace, and applications for athletes, dancers, travelers, cooks, gardeners, and animal lovers. Worwood also offers us her expertise in the use of essential oils in beauty and spa treatments, plus profiles of 125 essential oils, 37 carrier oils, and more. Since the publication of the first edition of this book 25 years ago, the positive impact of essential oil use has become increasingly recognized, as scientific researchers throughout the world have explored essential oils and their constituents for their unique properties and uses.

Essential Oils Natural Remedies
Essential Oils Natural Remedies

Author: Althea Press

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2015-01-21

Total Pages: 784

ISBN-13: 1623154251

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The essential guide to lifelong healing with essential oils. The healing potential of essential oils may be limitless, but it's difficult to know how and where to begin when you don't have a prescription. With over 100 recipes for natural alternatives to traditional medicine, Essential Oils Natural Remedies provides a comprehensive reference to herbal healing without the hassle, expense, and frustration that comes with consulting doctors and taking prescription medication. In these pages, practitioners of all levels will learn a lifetime of herbal remedies from how to treat the urge to itch chicken pox with lavender-tea tree salve to soothing away arthritis symptoms with peppermint oil. Designed for use with any brand of essential oils, this organized and insightful guide is the only helping hand you'll need for natural healing. Essential Oils Natural Remedies includes: 300 Home Remedies to heal and mitigate symptoms for over 170 different ailments Profiles of 75 Essential Oils plus information on medicinal uses, application methods, blending, and precautions Recipes for Any Brand allow you to make all of the recipes in this book with your preferred brand of essential oils Featuring treatments for: Allergies, Bloating, Congestion, Dry Skin, Flu, Hives, Infection, Leg Cramps, Motion Sickness, Tension Headache, Toothache, Varicose Veins, and much more! Practice herbal healing from home with Essential Oils Natural Remedies.

Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child
Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child

Author: Valerie Ann Worwood

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2012-08-22

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13: 1577313259

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Aromatherapy taps the healing potential of Earth's ancient medicines, the essential oils that give plants their scent. Powerful yet safe, aromatherapy is a sound way to treat everything from diaper rash to asthma to self-esteem troubles in children. Many complaints such as aches and coughs that might otherwise have to wait for a visit to the doctor can be addressed immediately at home using the healing power of nature.This book will appeal to every parent who thinks proactively about their children's long-term physical and mental health. Valerie Ann Worwood offers an array of scientifically proven remedies, along with complete charts of essential oils and instructions for aromatherapeutic massage. Other chapters describe how aromatherapy can benefit seriously ill children when used in conjunction with Western medicine.

Essential Aromatherapy
Essential Aromatherapy

Author: Susan Worwood

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2012-08-22

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1608681998

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Here is a complete guide to aromatherapy, a modern healing technique with ancient origins. Essential Aromatherapy organizes essential oils into alphabetical listings, providing their profiles, applications, and the physical and emotional conditions that warrant their use. Also included are detailed treatments for a variety of ailments and special circumstances.