Table of Contents
Introduction 10
Chapter 1 Background Information on Essential Oils 12
What is Aromatherapy? 12
Brief History of Aromatherapy 13
Aromatherapy Terms 15
Chapter 2 How Aromatherapy Works 18
Chapter 3 How to Use Essential Oils 20
Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils: Delivery Methods for Best Results 20
Dilution Guide 24
Face Carrier Oils 25
Body Massage Carrier Oils 27
Bath 28
Compress 29
Poultice 29
Masks and Wraps 31
Scrubs and Body Butters 31
Perfume Oil 35
Aromatherapy Spray 36
Chapter 4 Safe Use of Essential Oils 37
Hot Oils 40
Proper Storage of Essential Oils 41
Shelf Life for Essential Oils 42
Chapter 5 Aromatherapy Supplies 43
What You Need to Have on Hand for Making Your Products 43
Supplemental Oils to Have on Hand for Concocting Aromatherapy Formulations 44
Chapter 6 Aromatherapy Blending Guide (and Secrets) 48
Essential Oil Blending Directions 50
Chapter 7 Aromatherapy Formulas 52
Massage Oil Blends 53
Relaxation Formula 53
Sports Injury Formula 53
Calming Formula 55
Restorative Formula 55
Muscle Pain Relief Formula 55
Chapter 8 Healing Blends 56
Headache Relief Formula 1 56
Headache Relief Formula 2 57
Migraine Relief Formula 58
Pain Relief Formula 58
Muscle Pain Relief Formula 59
Nerve Pain Relief Formula 60
Sciatica Pain Relief Formula 60
Fibromyalgia Pain Relief Formula 61
Arthritis Pain Relief Formula 62
Tendinitis Relief Formula 62
Leg Cramp Relief Formula 63
Constipation Relief Formula 64
Nausea Relief Formula 64
Burn Care Formula 65
Sunburn Relief Formula 66
UV Radiation Burn Relief Formula 67
Mosquito and Insect Protective Repellent Formula 67
Poison Ivy and Oak Irritation Relief Formula 68
Allergic Skin Reaction Relief Formula 69
Warm Bath Treatment 70
Scar Formula 71
Athlete's Foot Formula 71
Toenail Fungus Formula 72
Foot Bath for Athlete's Foot or Toenail Fungus 73
Warts Formula (Non-genital) 74
Herpes Formula 74
Ringworm Formula 76
Ringing Ear Relief Formula 77
Sleep Formulas 77
Chapter 9 Healthy Lifestyle 79
Cleansing and Detoxification Formula 79
Weight Loss Program, Formulas and Treatment 80
Stop Smoking Program, Formula and Treatment 84
Steam Inhalation to Support Respiratory System Formula 86
Oral Health Program, Oil Pulling and Toothpaste Formula 87
Recovery After Illness Formula 89
Rejuvenating and Healing Formula 90
Women's Health Formulas 91
Female Toner 91
Hormone Balance Formula 91
Hot Flash Relief Formula 92
Breast Health 93
Breast Health Massage Formula 94
Fibroids Formula 94
Sitz Bath 95
Chapter 10 Relaxation and Emotional Support Formulas 96
Enthusiasm 96
Mood 98
Meditation 98
Stress Relief 99
Anxiety Relief 100
Depression Relief 100
Grief and Loss 103
Chapter 11 Spa and Beauty Treatments 104
Complete Skincare Beauty Treatment Program 104
Skincare Formulas 105
Normal to Dry Skincare Formula 105
Oily Skincare Formula 107
Sensitive Skincare Formula 107
Mature Skincare Formula 108
Body and Facial Skin Toners 108
Facial and Body Toner Formula (Normal to Dry Skin) 109
French Clay Facial Mask 110
Repair Butters for Body and Face 112
Repair Butter Essential Oils Formula 112
Premature Aging Skincare Formula 112
Severely Dry and Cracked Skin Formula 113
Hair and Scalp Treatments 113
Hair and Scalp Treatment Program 114
Scalp Reconditioning Formula 114
Scalp Massage Oil 114
Stop Hair Loss (Alopecia) Formula 115
Lip Balms 116
Dry, Chapped Lips Formula 116
Severely Dry, Cracked, Chapped Lips Formula 117
Cold Sore Formula 117
Exfoliating Sugar Scrubs 119
Exfoliating Sugar Scrub Oil Formula 119
PH Balancing Honey Lemon Sugar Facial Scrub Formula 119
Salt Glow Treatments 120
Skin Healing and Regeneration Formula 121
Regulating All Skin Types Formula 121
Chronic Skin Conditions Formula 123
Regulating and Balancing, Wound Healing, Problem Skin Formula 124
Moisture Balancing and Healing for All Skin Types Formula 124
Oily Skin Formula 125
Dry and Mature Skin Formula 126
Additional Body Treatments 127
French Clay Body Mask Formula 127
Healing and Regenerative Body Butter Formula 129
Healing Bath Salts Formula 130
Chapter 12 Around the House 131
Clear Stagnant Energy 131
Eliminate Odors 132
Air Freshener 133
Laundry Care 133
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Supplies 134
Chapter 13 Essential Oils in the Workplace and Daily Life 136
Improve Productivity 137
Stimulate Curiosity and Creativity 138
Focus Support and Pay Attention Formula 139
Essential Oils: Quick Reference Guides 140
Symptoms Guide: Super Oils to Use 142
Further Reading, Resources and References 143
Acknowledgments 144
About the Author 144
Index 145
