Aromatherapeutic Blending: Essential Oils in Synergy

338 Pages·2015·1.06 MB·English

by  Jennifer Peace Rhind

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concept of synergy, providing evidence for its existence and significance, and gives practical
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guidance on how to build aromatherapeutic blends effectively and safely.
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The author covers new and exciting developments in research into the use of essential oils, A
explores the merits and limitations of holistic, psychosensory and molecular approaches to
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blending, and suggests effective ways of choosing the most suitable approach for individual
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clients. Evidence-based profiles of essential oils and absolutes are included and comprehensive
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aromatherapy educator should incorporate into their curriculum.’
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– Lora Cantele, Editor ofThe International Journal of Professional Holistic Aromatherapy
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‘Jennifer Peace Rhind draws from her many years of study, experience and exploration, and T
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–Gill Farrer-Halls, LLSA, MIFA, author of The Spirit in B
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Aromatherapeutic
B L E N D I N G
ESSENTIAL OILS IN SYNERGY
Jennifer Peace rhind

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Rhind, Jennifer, author.
Aromatherapeutic blending : essential oils in synergy / Jennifer Peace Rhind.
p. ; cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-1-84819-227-0 (alk. paper)
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[DNLM: 1. Aromatherapy--methods. 2. Drug Synergism. 3. Oils, Volatile--therapeutic use. WB 925]
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For Derek and Leeloo – always and forever in my heart

CONTENTS
PREFACE AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ........................................... 9
Introduction ....................................................... 13
Part I Principles and Practice 15
1 Essential Oil Synergy ............................................ 17
2 The Individual Prescription ....................................... 30
3 A Spectrum of Approaches: Science-based, Psychosensory
and Vitalistic Paradigms .......................................... 34
4 Aromatherapeutic Blending ....................................... 45
5 Applications, Carrier Media, Dosage and Ratios ....................... 56
6 Acne Vulgaris: A Case Study by Tamara Agnew ........................ 62
Part II Essential Oils and Absolutes: Actions and Evidence 73
7 Pain and Inflammation .......................................... 75
8 Smooth Functioning: Antispasmodic and Anticonvulsant Actions .......... 94
9 Health Maintenance and Enhancement: Anti-oxidant
and Anti-cancer Actions .......................................... 104
10 Infection and Immunity: Antimicrobial and Immunomodulant Actions ..... 119
11 Respiratory Support: Expectorant, Mucolytic, Decongestant and Antitussive
Actions ...................................................... 132
12 The Skin and Soft Tissues: Wound-healing, Regenerating, Anti-allergic and
Antipruritic Actions ............................................. 140
13 The Psyche: Anxiolytic, Antidepressant and Cognition-enhancing Actions ... 162
Part III Aromatics 187
14 Essential Oils and Absolutes: Evidence-based Practice ................... 189
15 Expanded Practice Aromatics: Abbreviated Profiles for Synergistic Blending .. 255
AFTERWORD ................................................................... 275
GLOSSARY ..................................................................... 278
APPENDIX: FIXED PLANT AND MACERATED HERBAL OILS IN AROMATHERAPY ....... 282
REFERENCES ................................................................... 287
RESOURCES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
ESSENTIAL OILS INDEX ......................................................... 323
SUBJECT INDEX ................................................................ 327
AUTHOR INDEX ................................................................ 332