The Fragrant Pharmacy - Valerie Ann Worwood

...life many moons ago before the kids and the otherhalf i got very interested in aromatherapy and all things natural, I was recommended this book by a good friend and back then used it for the beauty remedies and enjoyed experimenting with different essential oils. Then again refering back to my book when the boys were small for different problems. And even the otherhalf has been known to take a peek when he has had a little problem he wants sorting! ...
...Medicines out of the earth ---------------------------------------- This is the introduction to the book and explains how and when to use this book. It also explains how to produce essential oils, I thought this would be easy but it takes 60,000 rose blossoms to produce 1 ounce of rose oil. As for jasmine , the flowers must be picked on the first day they open before the sun gets hot! So i won't be making my own then! This does explain why some ...

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...shelf and it is called The Fragrant Pharmacy written by Valerie Ann Worwood. This is a good basic reference book for the beginner in the use of essential oils and aromatherapy. It is split into 18 sections, which deal with the use of essential oils in all walks of life, and for all ages. Medicines Out of the Earth This section introduces the reader to essential oils and their origins and uses. It also gives a guide as to how to best use the book. ...
...the most beneficial of the oils that one should always keep in the house. These are lavender, tea tree, peppermint, chamomile, eucalyptus, geranium, rosemary, thyme, lemon and clove. Basic Travel Kit This describes which oils you should take with you when travelling. The oils recommended are to deal with problems such as too much sun, the journey, the heat, fevers, tummy trouble, pollution and insect bites. Occupational Oils for the Working Man ...

SusanLesley 20.03.2001 · Read full review
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...essential oils. Some of the more useful sections include a basic aromatherapy oil kit, which outlines a good 'starter' set of some of the most useful oils. Also, a travel kit which gives some great information which is not generally known about. Oils for the home and the office. How aromatherapy can help for interviews, the office environment, workaholics. Oils for sports, dance and workouts, the fragrant way to beauty; wonderful repices for ...

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...several years ago I searched the bookshops for a book that would give me the information I wanted. I eventually found what I was looking for in The Fragrant Pharmacy by Valerie Ann Worwood. It is basically a complete guide to aromatherapy and essential oils and since its purchase it has become a valuable addition to my library. It covers everything from skin care to hair care, womens problems, babies and children and home care. The first part of ...
...of subjects, occupational oils for the working environment, assertive oils for sports and work-outs, holiday travel, oils for the more mature, even oils to use on pets and in the garden. All sections tell you what oils are best to use and what to mix them with and how to apply them, also which oils should not be used under certain circumstances such as pregnancy. I have found this book invaluable since its purchase and I have learnt a great deal ...

Jules999 17.08.2000 · Read full review
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I am now on my 3rd copy of this book which I use regularly for my aromatherapy clients. This clear well written book is easy to read and use for anyone - not just those qualified in aromatherapy. It is interesting for the extra uses of essential oils in cooking for example. The price is reasonable for so much information. ...

aroma95 15.07.2008
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