Aromatherapy is an age-old treatment that uses the pure extracts of aromatic plants to heal common ailments and restore emotional balance. A wish to return to a simpler, more natural lifestyle has led to a renewed interest in this highly versatile therapy.
Here, qualified aromatherapist Glenda Taylor explores all aspects of aromatherapy in an informative and accessible style, revealing how it works naturally with the body. With an easy-to-use reference section featuring 45 commonly used oils and an in-depth look at ten of the very best oils - including lavender, rose, tea tree and geranium - plus a chart of ailments and suggestions of what oil to select, choosing the right oil for your needs will be simple.
There is a section on how the oils can be used, for example either on their own when vaporised in a burner or used in combination with massage and reflexology. Glenda tackles some common anxieties about aromatherapy and explains how it can be incorporated into your day - whatever your lifestyle.
From bathing in lavender-scented water to soothe away aches and pains to adding bergamot to a massage oil to revitalise and rejuvenate, 'The Essence Of Aromatherapy' may be just the tonic you need.
