Llewellyn's Complete Book of Essential Oils

How to Blend, Diffuse, Create Remedies, and Use in Everyday Life

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

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Recognised throughout history for their pleasing aromas and their spiritual power, essential oils are must-have tools on the journey to wellness in mind, body, and spirit. Llewellyn's Complete Book of Essential Oils is a thorough guide to working with these remarkable extracts, with detailed profiles for sixty-eight essential oils and fourteen carrier oils. Author Sandra Kynes also includes remedies for seventy-five specific ailments. Filled with tips, techniques, and dozens of recipes, this book is designed to help you discover the most important and up-to-date information about essential oils.

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Utgivningsdatum2019-09-01
Mått203 x 254 x 19 mm
Vikt790 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor480
FörlagLlewellyn Publications,U.S.
ISBN9780738756875

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SANDRA KYNES (Portland, ME) is a yoga instructor, massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, and leader of healing circles and rituals. She s a passionate explorer of Celtic history, myth, and magic and a member of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. Sandra is the author of fifteen books, including Crystal Magic (9780738753416) and 365 Days of Crystal Magic (9780738754178), and she regularly writes for Llewellyn s popular almanacs and datebooks. www.Kynes.net

ContentsList of Figures xvList of Tables xvDisclaimer xviiIntroduction 1Part One: Background Information 5Chapter 1: The History of Essential Oils 7Chapter 2: Essential Oil Extraction Processes 11Chapter 3: Carrier Oils 17Chapter 4: The Importance of Scientific Names and Safety Guidelines 21Part Two: How to Choose and Blend Oils for Scent 27Chapter 5: Choosing Essential Oils by Perfume Note 29Chapter 6: Choosing Essential Oils by Scent Group and Sun Sign 33Chapter 7: Perfume Blending Basics 39Part Three: How to Make and Use Medicinal Remedies 43Chapter 8: Essential Oil Remedies 45Chapter 9: Ailments, Oils, and Treatments 53Part Four: Personal Care and Well-Being 65Chapter 10: Personal Care Products 67Chapter 11: Aromatherapy and Well-Being 77Chapter 12: The Chakras and Well-Being 83Chapter 13: Spiritual and Magical Uses of Essential Oils 89Part Five: Using Essential Oils in the Home 97Chapter 14: Caring for the Home 99Chapter 15: Balance Energy in the Home with Aromatic Feng Shui 109Part Six: Essential Oil Profiles 113Amyris 114Angelica 116Anise Seed 118Basil 120Bay Laurel 122Bergamot 124Black Pepper 126Cajeput 128Caraway Seed 130Cardamom 132Carrot Seed 134The Cedarwood Oils 136Cedarwood, Atlas 136Cedarwood, Virginia 138The Chamomiles 140Chamomile, German 140Chamomile, Roman 142Cinnamon Leaf 144Citronella 146Clove Bud 149Coriander 151Cypress 153Elemi 155The Eucalyptus Oils 157Eucalyptus, Blue 157Eucalyptus, Lemon 159Fennel, Sweet 161Fir Needle 163Frankincense 165Geranium 167Ginger 169Grapefruit 171Helichrysum 173Hyssop 176Juniper Berry 178Lavender 180Lemon 182Lemon Balm 184The Lemongrass Oils 186Lemongrass, East Indian 187Lemongrass, West Indian 187Lime 189Mandarin 191Manuka 193Marjoram 196The Mint Oils 198Peppermint 198Spearmint 200Myrrh 202Niaouli 204The Orange Oils 206Neroli 207Orange 209Petitgrain 211Palmarosa 213Patchouli 215Pine 217Ravintsara 220Rose 222Rosemary 224The Sage Oils 226Clary Sage 227Spanish Sage 229Sandalwood 231Tea Tree 233Thyme 235Vetiver 237Ylang-Ylang 239Part Seven: Carrier Oils and Other Ingredients 243Carrier Oil Profiles 243Almond, Sweet 244Apricot 244Avocado 245Borage 246Coconut 246Evening Primrose 247Hazelnut 247Jojoba 248Olive 248Rosehip Seed 249Sesame 249Sunflower 250Infused Oils 250Calendula 251St. John's Wort 251How to Make Your Own Infused Oil 252Other Commonly Used Ingredients 252Aloe Gel 252Beeswax 254Butters 255Cocoa Butter 255Shea Butter 256Citric Acid 256Epsom Salt 257Flower Water 257Water 258Witch Hazel 258Summary 261Appendix: Conversions and Measurements 263Glossaries 265Bibliography 271Index 281