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Discover the fragrant world of essential oils. Herbalist Colleen K. Dodt profiles the healing and cleaning powers of dozens of oils extracted from herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and resins. This comprehensive guide includes recipes for natural cleaning products, lotions, and ointments that will keep you feeling happy and smelling great. Fill your days with stimulating scents as you learn to use essential oils to wash your dishes, soothe sunburns, combat stress, and improve the quality of your life.
An herbalist for over 15 years, Colleen K. Dodt is the author of The Essential Oils Book and Natural BabyCare, of which James A. Duke, author of The Green Pharmacy, said: "I believe Colleen would do better at healing my children and grandchildren than most of my HMO physicians have done." Dodt is the owner of Herbal Endeavors, Ltd., in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Her business and products have been featured in Herb Companion magazine, and she has written numerous articles on herbs and aromatherapy. She was the first American and the first woman to write for The International Journal of Aromatherapy (1988). Acknowledgments
Preface
Chapter 1 Awakening the Scent Sense
Chapter 2 An Introduction to Buying and Using Pure Essential Oils
Chapter 3 The Properties and Applications of Pure Essential Oils
Most Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils
Less Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils
Chapter 4 Basic Blending Advice
Equipment and Supplies
Carrier or Base Oils
Solutions and Dilutions
Chapter 5 Recipes for Home Aroma
Making Cleaning Jobs More Pleasant
Scenting the Air at Home
Chapter 6 Aromatic Recipes for Essential Beauty
Baths
Bath Salts
Herbal Baths
Children's Herbal Baths
Foot Baths
Hand and Nail Care
Hair Oils
Shampoos and Rinses
Personal Perfumes
Chapter 7 Other Uses for Essential Oils
Making Travel More Enjoyable
Creating a Welcoming, Conducive Work Environment
Caring for the Elderly and Sick
Caring for Pets
Sources and Resources
Suggested Reading
Index Fragrant essences lift the spirits, stimulate the senses, and enhance relaxation after a trying day. This practical guide shows how essential oils -- used in the home and on the go -- can greatly improve the quality of busy lives.
Comprehensive information on the essential oils extracted from herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and resins includes which ones to use regularly, which to use with caution, and which to avoid altogether.
Dozens of simple step-by-step recipes feature essential oils for:
* Combating stress, PMS, sunburn, and other conditions
* Scenting homes, offices, and vehicles
* Creating blends for safe, fragrant cleaning products
* Making special mixtures for children and the elderly
An herbalist for over 15 years, Colleen K. Dodt is the author of The Essential Oils Book and Natural BabyCare, of which James A. Duke, author of The Green Pharmacy, said: "I believe Colleen would do better at healing my children and grandchildren than most of my HMO physicians have done." Dodt is the owner of Herbal Endeavors, Ltd., in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Her business and products have been featured in Herb Companion magazine, and she has written numerous articles on herbs and aromatherapy. She was the first American and the first woman to write for The International Journal of Aromatherapy (1988). Acknowledgments
Preface
Chapter 1 Awakening the Scent Sense
Chapter 2 An Introduction to Buying and Using Pure Essential Oils
Chapter 3 The Properties and Applications of Pure Essential Oils
Most Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils
Less Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils
Chapter 4 Basic Blending Advice
Equipment and Supplies
Carrier or Base Oils
Solutions and Dilutions
Chapter 5 Recipes for Home Aroma
Making Cleaning Jobs More Pleasant
Scenting the Air at Home
Chapter 6 Aromatic Recipes for Essential Beauty
Baths
Bath Salts
Herbal Baths
Children's Herbal Baths
Foot Baths
Hand and Nail Care
Hair Oils
Shampoos and Rinses
Personal Perfumes
Chapter 7 Other Uses for Essential Oils
Making Travel More Enjoyable
Creating a Welcoming, Conducive Work Environment
Caring for the Elderly and Sick
Caring for Pets
Sources and Resources
Suggested Reading
Index Fragrant essences lift the spirits, stimulate the senses, and enhance relaxation after a trying day. This practical guide shows how essential oils -- used in the home and on the go -- can greatly improve the quality of busy lives.
Comprehensive information on the essential oils extracted from herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and resins includes which ones to use regularly, which to use with caution, and which to avoid altogether.
Dozens of simple step-by-step recipes feature essential oils for:
* Combating stress, PMS, sunburn, and other conditions
* Scenting homes, offices, and vehicles
* Creating blends for safe, fragrant cleaning products
* Making special mixtures for children and the elderly