Table of Contents
Introduction 15
Part I
Chapter 1 Background Information on Essential Oils 19
What is Aromatherapy? 20
Brief History of Aromatherapy 22
Aromatherapy Terms 23
Chapter 2 How Aromatherapy Works 26
Chapter 3 How to Use Essential oils 29
Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils: Delivery Methods for Best Results 29
Dilution Guide 34
Face Carrier Oils 36
Body Massage Carrier Oils 39
Bath, Compress and Poultice 40
Masks and Wraps 42
Scrubs and Body Butters 44
Perfume Oil 47
Aromatherapy Spray 47
Food Flavor: Cooking with Essential Oils 48
Chapter 4 Safe Use of Essential Oils 51
Hot Oils 54
Chapter 5 Aromatherapy Supplies 57
What You Need to Have on Hand for Making Your Products 57
Supplemental Oils to Have on Hand for Concocting Aromatherapy Formulations 60
Chapter 6 Pure, Most Commonly Used Essential Oils 69
Bergarnot 69
Eucalyptus 71
Frankincense 74
Geranium, Geranium Roseum and Graveolons 76
Helichrysum 78
Lavender 80
Lemon 82
Peppermint 85
Roman Chamomile 87
Sweet Marjoram 88
Tea Tree 89
Vetiver 91
Ylang Ylang 93
Chapter 7 Supplemental Oils 97
Ammi Visnaga 97
Atlas Cedarwood 99
Black Pepper 101
Black Spruce 102
Blue Tansy 103
Carrot Seed 104
Cinnamon 105
Clary Sage 107
Clove 109
Cypress 110
Galbanum 112
German Chamomile 114
Ginger 116
Grapefruit 118
Hyssop 120
Ledum 121
Lemongrass 122
Melissa 124
Myrrh 126
Neroli 128
Oregano 130
Palmarosa 131
Patchouli 133
Red Mandarin 134
Rosemary 135
Rose Otto 139
Sandalwood 142
Sweet Orange 145
Thyme 146
Yarrow 148
Additional Oils Used in This Book 151
Chapter 8 Proper Storage of Essential Oils 153
Shelf Life for Essential Oils 154
Part II
Chapter 9 Aromatherapy Blending Guide (and Secrets) 157
Essential Oil Blending Directions 159
Chapter 10 Aromatherapy Formulas 163
Massage Oil Blends 164
Relaxation Formula 164
Sports Injury Formula 167
Calming Formula 168
Restorative Formula 170
Muscle Pain Relief Formula 171
Chapter 11 Healing Blends 173
Headache Relief Formula 174
Headache Relief Formula 2 176
Migraine Relief Formula 177
Pain Relief Formula 179
Muscle Pain Relief Formula 180
Sciatica Pain Relief Formula 183
Nerve Pain Relief Formula 184
Fibromyalgia Pain Relief Formula 185
Arthritis Pain Relief Formula 186
Tendinitis Relief Formula 187
Leg Cramp Relief Formula 188
Constipation Relief Formula 190
Nausea Relief Formula 191
Burn Care Formula 193
Sunburn Relief Formula 194
UV Radiation Burn Relief Formula 197
Mosquito and Insect Protective Repellent Formula 198
Allergic Skin Reaction Relief Formula 199
Poison Ivy and Oak Irritation Relief Formula 200
Warm Bath Treatment 202
Scar Formula 203
Foot Bath for Athlete's Foot or Toenail Fungus 204
Athlete's Foot Formula 205
Toenail Fungus Formula 207
Warts Formula 208
Herpes Formula 209
Ringworm Formula 211
Ringing Ear Relief Formula 213
Sleep Formulas 214
Chapter 12 Healthy Lifestyle 219
Cleansing and Detoxification Formula 219
Weight Loss Program, Formula and Treatment 220
Stop Smoking Program, Formula and Treatment 226
Steam Inhalation to Support Respiratory System Formula 231
Oral Health Program 232
Recovery After Illness Formula 235
Rejuvenating and Healing Formula 236
Women's Health Formulas 239
Female Toner 239
Hormone Balance Formula 240
Hot Flash Relief Formula 242
Breast Health 243
Fibroids Formula 245
Breast Health Massage Formula 246
Sitz Bath 247
Chapter 13 Relaxation and Emotional Support Formulas 249
Enthusiasm 249
Lift the Spirits Formula 250
Mood: Lift the Mood Formula 251
Meditation 252
Stress Relief 255
Anxiety Relief 256
Depression Relief 259
Grief and Loss 261
Chapter 14 Spa and Beauty Treatments 263
Complete Skincare Beauty Treatment Program 263
Skincare Formulas
Normal to Dry Skincare Formula 265
Oily Skincare Formula 266
Sensitive Skincare Formula 267
Mature Skincare Formula 268
Body and Facial Skin Toners
Facial and Body Toner Formula 270
French Clay Facial Mask 273
Repair Butters for Body and Face
Repair Butter Essential Oils Formula 274
Premature Aging Skincare Formula 276
Severely Dry and Cracked Skin Formula 277
Hair and Scalp Treatments
Scalp Reconditioning Formula 280
Hair and Scalp Treatment Program 281
Stop Hair Loss (Alopecia) Formula 282
Scalp Massage Oil 285
Lip Balms
Dry, Chapped Lips Formula 286
Severely Dry, Cracked, Chapped Lips 288
Cold Sore Formula 289
Healing Bath Salts Formula 291
Exfoliating Sugar Scrubs
Exfoliating Sugar Scrub Oil Formula 293
pH Balancing Honey Lemon Sugar Facial Scrub Formula 294
Salt Glow Treatments
Skin Healing and Regeneration Formula 297
Regulating All Skin Types Formula 298
Chronic Skin Conditions Formula 301
Regulating and Balancing, Wound Healing, Problem Skin Formula 302
Moisture Balancing and Healing for All Skin Types Formula 305
Oily Skin Formula 306
Dry and Mature Skin Formula 307
Additional Body Treatments
French Clay Body Mask Formula 308
Healing and Regenerative Body Butter Formula 311
Chapter 15 Love and Romance Blends 315
Aphrodite Perfume Oil Formula 315
Eros Aphrodisiac Formula 316
Audacity Men's Cologne Formula 319
Chapter 16 Babies and New Mommies 321
Pregnancy 321
Childbirth, Labor and Delivery 321
Sleep Remedies and Formulas 322
Baby Massage 323
Teething Solutions 326
Chapter 17 Around the House 329
Clear Stagnant Energy 329
Eliminate Odors 333
Laundry Care 337
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Supplies 338
Chapter 18 Essential Oils in the Workplace and Daily Life 343
Improve Productivity 344
Stimulate Curiosity and Creativity 347
Focus Support and Pay Attention Formula 348
Chapter 19 Cooking with Essential Oils 351
Culinary Wellness Oils and Blends 351
Breakfast and Brunch Recipes 364
Lunch Recipes 368
Appetizers 372
Dinner Recipes 375
Salad Dressings 378
Drinks and Beverages 382
Desserts 393
Chapter 20 Animals and Pets 399
How to Use Essential Oils with Pets and Animals
List of Oils and Their Specific Uses for Your Furry Friends 400
Flea and Tick Prevention and Treatment 401
Respiratory Support 402
Chapter 21 Spiritual Blends 405
Essential Oils to Balance Your Chakras 406
5 Elements 416
Planetary Elixirs 427
Angel Therapy 437
Appendix 1 Essential Oils Quick Reference Guides 443
Safety and Dilution Guide 443
Medical Terms: Primary Actions and Effects 444
Psycho-emotional Aromatherapy Chart (Super Oils) 445
Appendix 2 Symptoms Guide: Super Oils to Use 446
Appendix 3 Further Reading, Resources and References 446
Acknowledgments 449
About the Author 450
Index 451
