Essential Oils (Fully Revised and Updated 3rd Edition): A Comprehensive Handbook

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The Nile on eBay Essential Oils (Fully Revised and Updated 3rd Edition) by Jennifer Peace Peace Rhind The latest edition of this research-based guide to essential oils and their use in contemporary aromatherapy provides a full historical and cultural context for aromatherapy practice. The characteristics of over 100 essential oils, absolutes and resinoids are provided in detail, including botanical and chemical information, usage and combinations. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Revised and significantly expanded, the latest edition of this handbook provides full information on the use of essential oils in the field of contemporary aromatherapy and aromatic therapy, based on the most up-to-date research evidence behind their therapeutic applications. The third edition features a fully updated and expanded contents including detailed Aromatic Profiles of over 250 essential oils, absolutes and resinoids, a new chapter on the latest research in pharmacognosy to foster an understanding of how essential oils work, and a new chapter on formulating essential oils, based on theory and evidence and containing practical suggestions. The author provides a detailed account of how essential oils are created, how and where aromatherapy is used, and the underlying pharmacology and chemistry. This will be an indispensable text for all students and practitioners of aromatherapy and related disciplines, as well as anyone interested in the use of essential oils for health and well-being. To access an updated table of contents and index, please see the 'Resources' section at this link: Review A brilliant piece of work! Jennifer is a dedicated writer who helps us think more clearly about essential oils. I stand in awe of her impressive wisdom. Over the last 25 years as an aromatherapy educator, I have found myself reaching for Jennifer's books, over and over again. I am delighted to have her beautiful book. Definitely a gem to be treasured among your Aromatherapy books! -- Andrea Butje, aromatherapy educator and author I'm impressed by the new edition of Essential Oils. It's a whole new book and not just an updated glance over previous editions. The most salient update is an entirely new section on essential oil pharmacology, and profiles of individual constituents. Another valuable addition is Jennifer's practical guidance on how to translate scientific findings into therapeutic practice. Essential Oils is a comprehensive source of knowledge for anyone wishing to take a deep dive into all aspects of aromatherapy, supported by recent research. I have no doubt it will reach the status of aromatherapy's textbook that we didn't have so far. -- Petra Ratajc PhD, biologist, researcher, educator With over 2,000 references, Dr Rhind's comprehensive new edition will delight and inspire both scientific and intuitively-minded people. The evidence-based chapters on aromatic pharmacognosy and component profiles and the chapter and appendix on individualised prescriptions and aromatic formulations for different conditions provide a welcome guideline for health practitioners and members of the general public wanting to use essential oils safely for many common ailments. -- Dr E. Joy Bowles, PhD, BSc, author of "The Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Oils" This is a truly fantastic update to the 1st and 2nd editions. The new inclusions are wonderful and make for essential reading for the aromatherapist. I am extremely excited to introduce this book to our students at Moray College UHI, from those studying at Higher National level to those undertaking Intensive Aromatic studies in the honours year of the BSC Integrative Healthcare. This remarkable book will be an essential core text for both the student and the practising therapist alike. -- Lesley Ann Potter, Lecturer – HNC/D Complementary Therapies & BSc (hons) Integrative Healthcare Jennifer Rhind does it again and better than ever! A captivating and thoroughly enjoyable read. From history of aromatics in their various forms to the scientific research we have to date, Jennifer delivers a comprehensive examination of the evolution of medicamentum and its relevance in aromatic therapies today. This prodigious book is a valuable resource to foster the continuing education of the serious practitioner and inspires the reader to dig deeper and explore all the various aspects from olfaction and the psyche to formulary of the healing art and science that is Aromatherapy. -- Lora Cantele, RA, APAIA, Cert. Aromflexologist Editor/Publisher of the International Journal of Professional Holistic Aromatherapy This uniquely comprehensive reference book expands and advances one's understanding of aromatherapy. Jennifer Peace Rhind adeptly draws from a plethora of scholarly sources and scientific research to deepen our knowledge of essential oils and the activities of their individual chemical components. Her singularly meticulous approach is equally distinguished by thorough investigations into the biology, ecology, history and ethnobotany of aromatic plants as well as the therapeutic uses of their extracts. Further equipped with practical guidelines and formulas, this book is a must for aromatherapy enthusiasts and professionals alike. -- Dr. Kelly Ablard, PhD,RA,EOT, Director, Airmid Institute; Co-owner, Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies Promotional A comprehensive handbook for understanding and using essential oils. Long Description Revised and significantly expanded, the latest edition of this handbook provides full information on the use of essential oils in the field of contemporary aromatherapy and aromatic therapy, based on the most up-to-date research evidence behind their therapeutic applications. The third edition features a fully updated and expanded contents including detailed Aromatic Profiles of over 100 essential oils, absolutes and resinoids, a new chapter on the latest research in pharmacognosy to foster an understanding of how essential oils work, and a new chapter on formulating essential oils, based on theory and evidence and containing practical suggestions. The author provides a detailed account of how essential oils are created, how and where aromatherapy is used, and the underlying pharmacology and chemistry. This will be an indispensable text for all students and practitioners of aromatherapy and related disciplines, as well as anyone interested in the use of essential oils for health and well-being. Review Text This uniquely comprehensive reference book expands and advances one's understanding of aromatherapy. Jennifer Peace Rhind adeptly draws from a plethora of scholarly sources and scientific research to deepen our knowledge of essential oils and the activities of their individual chemical components. Her singularly meticulous approach is equally distinguished by thorough investigations into the biology, ecology, history and ethnobotany of aromatic plants as well as the therapeutic uses of their extracts. Further equipped with practical guidelines and formulas, this book is a must for aromatherapy enthusiasts and professionals alike. Review Quote A brilliant piece of work! Jennifer is a dedicated writer who helps us think more clearly about essential oils. I stand in awe of her impressive wisdom. Over the last 25 years as an aromatherapy educator, I have found myself reaching for Jennifer's books, over and over again. I am delighted to have her beautiful book. Definitely a gem to be treasured among your Aromatherapy books!--Andrea Butje, aromatherapy educator and author Promotional "Headline" A comprehensive handbook for understanding and using essential oils Description for Sales People Potential for text adoption Details ISBN 1787752291 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Year 2019 ISBN-10 1787752291 ISBN-13 9781787752290 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2019-10-21 Imprint Singing Dragon Subtitle A Comprehensive Handbook for Aromatic Therapy Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 615.3219 Replaces 9781848190894 Author Jennifer Peace Peace Rhind Short Title Essential Oils (Fully Revised and Updated 3rd Edition) Language English NZ Release Date 2019-10-21 Pages 944 AU Release Date 2019-11-14 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Country of Origin GB Product Class Description Alternative Therapies & Health UK Release Date 2019-10-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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