THE DIRECTORY OF ESSENTIAL OILS

Budding sales of essential oils delight the traders but can present a potential hazard to the consumer. These pygmy-sized bottles, easily bought in a variety of outlets, have become increasingly popular in recent years. Whilst they are safe in the hands of trained therapists, the consumer could be asking for trouble if not forewarned about their various properties. Here is a directory of essential oils. All those in popular use and many unusual ones are included. Each oil is extensively categorised, containing entries such as a description of the aroma, history, mind, body, precautions, chemical constituents, properties, effect on skin, blends etc. With an extensive glossary and blending chart here is a ready reckoner no aromatherapist should be without.