Essential oils for beginners : a guide to what they are & how to use them

9780738762739

First edition

xxviii, 351 pages ; 21 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index

History of essential oils
What are essential oils?
Safety and guidelines
Pairing carrier oils and dispersants
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) essential oil
Clary sage (Salvia sclarea) essential oil
Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) essential oil
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
Frankincense (Boswellia carteri)
Lavender (Lavandulaangustifolia)
Lemon (citrus x limon) essential oil
Melissa (Melissa officinalis) essential oil
Orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil
Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) essential oil
Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)
Pine (Pinus sylvestris) essential oil
Rose (Rosa x damascena) essential oil
Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile)
Rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Sandalwood (Santalum album) essential oil
Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) essential oil
Ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata) essential oil
Insider tips on blending essential oils
Inhalation--all about diffusers and diffusing
Application--basic recipes for face and body
Using essential oils for body conditions
Using essential oils for mind and emotions

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