Aromatherapy & Complementary Therapies (Life Basics)

A tight and unmarked copy-" Aromatherapy has to be the most pleasant and sensual of all the alternative therapies, as well as being one of the most effective. We can combine our favorite scents with the treatment of many disorders by using the essential oils extracted from plants. These plant essences have been used throughout the ages for healing. Many have been sown to have a scientific basis for their medicinal properties; some are conventional drugs' components. The oils can be used in baths, diffusers and burners, room sprays, compresses, and massage oils. Essential oils can be used for the treatment of both physical and psychological conditions, for cosmetic reasons, or simply for pleasure Therapies such as massage, reiki, shiatsu, and reflexology can easily incorporate aromatherapy as a sensuous complementary feature of their treatments. They are outlined in this book with concise introductions for the novice. "Aromatherapy & Complementary Therapies" includes an A - Z listing of Essential Oils and their methods of use. It also includes a Blending Guide. It covers such popular aromatherapy choices as *Eucalyptus *Geranium *Jasmine *Lavender * Peppermint.*Ylang-ylang."