Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

Unlike Wormwoods Complete Book, which I do not like because of how she categorized and mis categorized problems, this handy book is clearly laid out! Good safety info, including children's info, list of uses e.g. How to make a compress or how to steam etc, and oil profiles plus a list of what oils are helpful with a huge list of issues. These do not really warrant the idea of "recipes" but more which oils will be helpful so pick some, mix them and see what works. I personally like that, others may want more of precise ratios of the different oils in making synergies e.g. 2 drops bergamot 3 drops xxxx 1 drop xxx etc. If you are looking for that try Lawless' Complete Sourcebook or Purchon's Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oil handbook. This is a great additional quick reference tool for self blending.

I refer to his handy guide several times a day, it's clear, concise and very easy to locate what you need when you need it. It's categorized with ease of access in mind and I can find what I need in just seconds. I purchased it used but it was in excellent condition and just what I needed to be able to highlight and make notes in since I carry it with me all the time for instant reference. It doesn't have all the oils in it that I have in my collection but I can't complain since there are literally hundreds of oils out there and that would be tantamount to carrying an encyclopedia sized book which is certainly not portable or convenient. Overall it's perfect for my needs and I am happy with my purchase.

I have two essential oil books - this one and a larger book with much more in it. However, between the two, this one is the absolute best! I might not ever open the other book again. This book is SO well-written and put together in such a perfect arrangement of order. This is such an easy-to-read guide through everything you would want to know about essential oils, but without adding too much unnecessary information.I read this book like I was reading an exciting novel! I could NOT put it down. Everything in it was so interesting and very helpful. I feel very knowledgeable about essential oils and anything important that one would want to know.Seriously, one of the best purchases I have ever made (if not the absolute best).HIGHLY recommend to ANYONE that will ever use a single essential oil!!Best book ever! I am VERY impressed.

I was excited to get this book after all of the good reviews. I had just begun dabbling in essential oils and wanted some expert guidance. I thought I would start with the oils I had, so I looked up Wintergreen (a pretty common oil) in the index. Not there. Ok, I thought, lets go to ailments that trouble me. For instance, Thyroid (Hypo). Not there. Well.. how about cataracts? Not there. Ok, surely the book will have something on the vaunted Thieves Oil.....Evidently never heard of it. I also looked under H for hypothyroid--NO. Under E for eye disorders such as glaucoma or cataracts---Nothing. Under ear--- only earache.Looked for Myrtle (supposed to be good for thyroid) ---Nothing listed.I don't understand why professionals would want to carry this book around for reference.There are some good things in the book (Other than diet, exercise and positive thinking)Not needed in an aromatherapy book. But I'm sorry I bought it. The reviews, I feel, misled me. I would have been better off with one of the other books listed.

This is a wonderful and convenient book. It has all the necessary information for quick look ups. Surprising how much it covers. Susan Worwood is very knowledgeable and I have learned a lot in a short time about the basics and how to use essential oils, and find it very informative.. Because of the small size of this book, it is very easy to find a place to store it within easy every day reach.I think it would definitely be of help to anyone interested in learning about essential oil uses.

I took a Perfumery Course, an excellent companion book!!

This is a great book for the beginner , when it comes to essential oils. I needed a quick reference to the different oils , and what they are used for, and this book does that and more. The author tells you what kind of oils are the best to buy, and how they are extracted from the plants. It also tells you where the plants are grown. I bought a second copy for my daughter as well.

Great pocket book on aromatherapy with lots of information for a beginner

Great book, delivered earlier than expected and very informative 😁👍

A very interesting read and handy to have as a reference for any oils you may want to look up. This book has helped me with a few things I wanted to know on essential oils and I would recommend this item to anyone who is interesting in learning or aromatherapy!

Great little book.

Un livre presque de poche sur l'emploi des huiles essentielles dans des affections courantes, mais pas seulement, car pour s'en servir il y a des règles, des contre indications à connaître. Susan Worwood est une aromathérapeute clinique professionnelle, et Valérie Ann Worwood est une professionnelle très connue comme thérapeute des célébrités et des membres de la famille royale, elles parlent d'un domaine qu'elles ne connaissent que trop bien. Ce livre au format pratique divisé en 8 chapitres et un appendice embrasse de forme brève mais judicieuse tout ce qu'il faut savoir dans toutes circonstances sur l'art de l'aromathérapie. L'extraction des huiles, le sens de l'odorat, comment travaillent les huiles, leur absorption cutanée,leur action antibiotique, anti fongique, antiviral, leur équilibre,leurs synergies et leur utilisation à la maison,leur préparation et leur emploi, achat et stockage et un grand chapitre,sur les affections courantes et leurs recettes, sur 33 pages. Le profil des huiles essentielles est donné sur plus de 60 pages. Un livre pratique et utile à avoir toujours sur soi pour les imprévus.

Ms. Worwood is a trusted and respected authority in the use of essential oils. This is her updated book, and is highly recommended for everyone who uses,or wants to use, essential oils. A must have reference.