Aromatherapy: Revitalizing Mind & Body With Natural Fragrances

This book offers 100 inspiring ideas for harnessing the life-enhancing qualities of natural fragrances, in a compact, user-friendly package. Beginning with an introduction to the origins and traditions of aromatherapy, and continuing with how to prepare and extract essential oils, the properties of 34 widely known and useful oils are detailed. From aromatherapy to ideas and recipes for introducing natural aromas into the home, to techniques for revitalizing the outer body, from cultivating plants and flowers known for their relaxing and delightful fragrances to nourishing the body with restorative herbal teas and nourishing aromatic foods, each of the chapters explores the benefits and technologies of aromatherapy treatment.