Essential Oils 101: Your Guide to Understanding and Using Essential Oils PDF
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Thank you for downloading this Simon & Schuster ebook. Get a FREE ebook when you join our mailing list. Plus, get updates on new releases, deals, recommended reads, and more from Simon & Schuster. Click below to sign up and see terms and conditions. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP Already a subscriber? Provide your email again so we can register this ebook and send you more of what you like to read. You will continue to receive exclusive offers in your inbox. Essential Oils 101 Your Guide to Understanding and Using Essential Oils Kymberly Keniston-Pond, CIR, CFR, CCMA Avon, Massachusetts Copyright © 2017 Simon and Schuster All rights reserved. This book, or parts thereof, may not be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher; exceptions are made for brief excerpts used in published reviews. Published by Adams Media, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc. 57 Littlefield Street, Avon, MA 02322. U.S.A. www.adamsmedia.com ISBN 10: 1-5072-0055-2 ISBN 13: 978-1-5072-0055-1 eISBN 10: 1-5072-0056-0 eISBN 13: 978-1-5072-0056-8 The various uses of essential oils as health aids are based on tradition, scientific theories, or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not yet been proven in clinical trials. Some of the conditions for which essential oils can be used as a treatment or remedy are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. This book is intended as general information only, and should not be used to diagnose or treat any health condition. In light of the complex, individual, and specific nature of health problems, this book is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The ideas, procedures, and suggestions in this book are intended to supplement, not replace, the advice of a trained medical professional. Consult your physician before adopting any of the suggestions in this book, as well as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The author and publisher disclaim any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of this book. Readers are urged to take all appropriate precautions before undertaking any how-to task. Always read and follow instructions and safety warnings for all tools and materials, and call in a professional if the task stretches your abilities too far. Although every effort has been made to provide the best possible information in this book, neither the publisher nor the author is responsible for accidents, injuries, or damage incurred as a result of tasks undertaken by readers. This book is not a substitute for professional services. Cover design by Frank Rivera. Cover images © Marilyn Barbone/123RF, marilyna/Getty Images, NikiLitov/Getty Images. Interior images © 123RF and Getty Images. 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Contents Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Introduction Part 1: Getting Started with Essential Oils Chapter 1: The Origin of Essential Oils The History of Essential Oils General Properties of Essential Oils Therapeutic Properties Defined Safety Guidelines Choosing Your Essential Oils Chapter 2: Materials You Will Need Blending, Synergy, and Dilution Artistic Tools of Aromatherapy Easy Applications of Essential Oils Part 2: Essential Oils Glossary Allspice—Pimenta dioica Amyris—Amyris balsamifera Angelica—Angelica archangelica Basil, Holy—Ocimum sanctum Basil, Sweet—Ocimum basilicum Bay Laurel—Laurus nobilis Benzoin—Styrax benzoin Bergamot—Citrus bergamia Birch, Sweet—Betula lenta Blackseed—Nigella sativa Buddha Wood—Eremophila mitchellii Cajeput—Melaleuca cajuputi Calendula/Marigold—Calendula officinalis Cananga—Cananga odorata Cape Snowbush—Eriocephalus africanus Cardamom—Elettaria cardamomum Carrot Seed—Daucus carota Catnip—Nepeta cataria Cedarwood, Atlas—Cedrus atlantica Celery Seed—Apium graveolens Chamomile, German—Matricaria recutita Chamomile, Roman—Anthemis nobilis aka Chamaemelum nobile Cinnamon Leaf—Cinnamomum zeylanicum Citronella—Cymbopogon nardus Clary Sage—Salvia sclarea Clove Bud—Eugenia caryophyllata, Syzygium aromaticum Cumin—Cuminum cyminum Cypress—Cupressus sempervirens Cypress, Blue—Callitris intratropica Elemi—Canarium luzonicum Eucalyptus Globulus—Eucalyptus globulus Eucalyptus Radiata—Eucalyptus radiata Fennel, Sweet—Foeniculum vulgare v. dulcis Fir Needle, Balsam—Abies balsamea Fir Needle, Douglas—Pseudotsuga menziesii Frankincense—Boswellia carterii Galbanum—Ferula galbaniflua Geranium—Pelargonium × asperum Geranium, Bourbon (Rose)—Pelargonium graveolens, Pelargonium × asperum Ginger Lily—Hedychium spicatum Grapefruit, Pink—Citrus × paradisi Helichrysum—Helichrysum italicum v. serotinum Inula—Inula graveolens a.k.a. Dittrichia graveolens Jasmine Sambac, absolute—Jasminum sambac Juniper Berry (CO2)—Juniperus communis Juniper Berry—Juniperus communis Kanuka—Kunzea ericoides Katafray—Cedrelopsis grevei Lavender, Bulgarian—Lavandula angustifolia Lavender Extra—Lavandula stoechas Lemon—Citrus limon Lemongrass—Cymbopogon citratus Lemon Myrtle—Backhousia citriodora Lime—Citrus medica var. acida a.k.a. Citrus acida, Citrus acris, Citrus limetta var. aromatic Mandarin, Red—Citrus reticulata Manuka, East Cape—Leptospermum scoparium Marjoram, Spanish—Thymus mastichina Marjoram, Sweet—Origanum majorana Melissa—Melissa officinalis Myrrh—Commiphora myrrha Myrtle, Red—Myrtus communis Neroli—Citrus aurantium var. amara Niaouli—Melaleuca quinquenervia Nutmeg—Myristica fragrans Opopanax—Commiphora guidotti Orange, Blood—Citrus × sinensis Orange, Sweet—Citrus × sinensis Oregano—Origanum vulgare Palmarosa—Cymbopogon martinii Patchouli—Pogostemon cablin Pepper, Black—Piper nigrum Pepper, Pink—Schinus molle Peppermint—Mentha × piperita Petitgrain—Citrus aurantium var. amara Pine, Siberian—Abies sibirica Plai—Zingiber cassumunar Pomegranate Seed CO2—Punica granatum Ravensara—Ravensara aromaticum Rosemary—Rosmarinus officinalis Rose Otto, Bulgarian—Rosa × damascena Sage, Spanish—Salvia lavandulifolia St. John’s Wort—Hypericum perforatum Sandalwood—Santalum album Schisandra CO2—Schisandra sphenanthera Spearmint—Mentha spicata Spikenard—Nardostachys jatamansi Spruce (Hemlock)—Tsuga canadensis Spruce, Black—Picea mariana Tagetes (Marigold)—Tagetes minuta Tangerine, Dancy—Citrus reticulata Tea Tree—Melaleuca alternifolia Thyme—Thymus vulgaris Turmeric—Curcuma longa
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