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Whether it’s the tang of ozone in the air just before a rainstorm, the homey smell of freshly baked bread, or the inspiring scent of roses, natural aromas are everywhere with us, influencing our moods, and informing our perceptions. But natural aromas are capable of much more. Science is just beginning to reveal how aromas affect our bodies as well as our spirits, and what once seemed far-fetched–that you can treat many common ailments with nothing more than a pleasing smell–is now being taken seriously by many in the medical community. Yes, you can smell your way to good health, and now Aromatherapy For Dummies shows you how.

This down-to-earth guide takes the mystery out of essential oils and other aromatherapy tools, and shows you how pleasing scents can cure what ails you and enhance your life at home and at work. Among other things, you’ll discover how to:

• Safely and easily treat hundreds of common ailments
• Increase f ocus and concentration
• Relieve tension and relax
• Improve athletic performance
• Enhance romance
• Sniff out the right essential oils
• Create fragrant essences in your kitchen

Under the expert guidance of one of America’s leading botanical experts, you’ll bring the wonders of aromatherapy into your own life. Kathy Keville provides clear, concise, scientifically informed explanations of how plant essences can support body, mind, and spirit. She offers common sense advice on everything from therapeutics and cosmetics to the recreational uses of essential oils. And she supplies:

• Easy-to-follow instructions on how to select genuine aromatherapy products
• Symptom Guide–simple and easy remedies for 60 common conditions, listed alphabetically by symptom
• Aroma Guide–an A-to-Z guide of fragrant plants used in aromatherapy
• More than a hundred recipes for everything from oily skin to indigestion that you can whip up at home in five minutes

The world is full of natural fragrances that can help you feel better, work smarter, play harder, and relax. It’s time to get well with the healing power of smell, and now Aromatherapy For Dummies shows you how.

From the Back Cover

“If you’re wondering which of the dozens of aromatherapy books to buy … this is the one!” David Edelberg, M.D., Northwestern University “Always clever and charming, Kathi so clearly presents the safe and effective use of essential oils for true aromatherapy” Cheryl Hoard, President of the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy and Owner of Cheryl’s Herbs

Features Quick Aromatherapy Recipes You Can Make at Home!

The world is filled with natural fragrances that can help you feel better, work smarter, and relax. This down-to-earth guide takes the mystery out of essential oils and other aromatherapy tools — and shows you step-by-step how pleasing scents can enhance your life at home and at work.

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Balancing, soothing, clarifying, normalizing are the qualities of this wonderful oil. Lavender essential oil has a light fresh aroma, its scent being described as floral-herbaceous, light, clear, balsamic, with woody undertones, and a camphor note. The name Lavender is derived from the Latin word ‘lavera,’ to wash. The most popular Essential Oil, it has a long list of applications, ranging from cosmetics to well-being remedies. It is suitable for all skin types and is considered a cell regenerator that is used in folk remedies to prevent scarring, stretch marks, and to slow the development of wrinkles. It is also known to moisturize dry scalp and hair. Aroma therapists use it to treat rheumatism, sprains, respiratory problems, abdominal cramps, depression, insomnia, tension-related problems, burns, sun-damaged skin, and various types of skin infections. It is effective in treating headaches, and migraines. Lavender tones the skin and is useful for all types of skin problems.,

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A fragrant bubble bath with an essence that is light and refreshing. Doesnt dry or irritate skin. Bottle comes with a bubble wand for helping make bath time even more fun! Contains essential oils from Sweet Orange, Tangerine, Pink Grapefruit, Soapbark, Aloe Vera and Rosewater. A fragrant bubble bath with essential oils to help unwind the body and promote a calming feel. Doesnt dry or irritate the skin. Bottle comes with a bubble wand for helping make bath time even more fun! Consider trying it yourself!

Review

… an excellent resource for anyone interested in expanding his or her devotional life through the senses. — Spiritualityhealth.com

A comprehensive introduction to aromatherapy that also contains a wealth of knowledge for experienced aromatherapy practitioners. — New Age Retailer, October 2000

A very thorough informational guide to the spiritual and psychological benefits of essential oils. — Spectrum, May/June 2000

A very useful and practical addition for any aromatherapist’s library. — Positive Health

An important and timely contribution to the understanding of essential oils. — Seza Eccles, Aromatherapy Quarterly

Gabriel Mojay provides a wealth of information in an easy-to-read package. — Better Homes MindBodySpirit

Mojay blends a knowledge of Chinese Medicine with the practice of aromatherapy to treat the body, mind and spirit. — Bodhi Tree Book Review, Issue Number 24

Wonderfully comprehensive and clearly presented. — Kindred Spirit

Review

“Gabriel Mojay provides a wealth of information in an easy-to-read package.”
(Better Homes MindBodySpirit )

“Wonderfully comprehensive and clearly presented.”
(Kindred Spirit )

“An important and timely contribution to the understanding of essential oils.”
(Seza Eccles, Aromathereapy Quarterly )

“A very useful and practical addition for any aromatherapist’s library.”
(Positive Health )

“A very thorough informational guide to the spiritual and psychological benefits of essential oils. The book is beautifully illustrated and makes a valuable contribution to holistic health and well-being.”
(Spectrum, May/June 2000 )

“Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit is an excellent resource for anyone interested in expanding his or her devotional life through the senses.”
(Spiritualityhealth.com )

“A comprehensive introduction to aromatherapy that also contains a wealth of knowledge for experienced aromatherapy practitioners.”
(New Age Retailer, October 2000 )

“Mojay blends a knowledge of Chinese Medicine with the practice of aromatherapy to treat the body, mind and spirit. Mojay shows how to blend oils, and then suggests various blends for emotional ailments-such as tension, agitation, worry-as well as oils to promote good relationships.”
(Bodhi Tree Book Review, Issue Number 24 )

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Herbal Pack Gift Set This aromatherapy duo makes an amazing gift included is one 15×6″ Original Herbal Pack and on 9×5″ Lavender Eye Pillow tied together with a beautiful organza ribbon Momma Earth Herbal Packs are each made to order, by hand. Every Herbal Pack is filled with Flax Seeds and Rice and then quality organic Herbs and essential Oils are added to give them an amazing aroma that works wonders for many ailments, or just to be used to relax. Herbal Packs can be used in different ways: Heat in microwave for one minute or less. Reheat as needed. Spray with water and heat for a moist heat pack. Chill in freezer for a cold Herbal Pack. Herbal Packs are great for many uses such as, headaches, cold, flu, sinus problems, menstrual cramps, ear aches, arthritis, fibromyalgia any aches and pains, or just to relax and keep you warm. Just throw your Herbal Pack under a blanket and it stays warm for hours! Each gift set comes with gifft/instruction card strorage bag, and is tied with a beautiful organza ribbon