Discover the fragrant world of essential oils. Herbalist Colleen K. Dodt profiles the healing and cleaning powers of dozens of oils extracted from herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and resins. This comprehensive guide includes recipes for natural cleaning products, lotions, and ointments that will keep you feeling happy and smelling great. Fill your days with stimulating scents as you learn to use essential oils to wash your dishes, soothe sunburns, combat stress, and improve the quality of your life. An herbalist for over 15 years, Colleen K. Dodt is the author of The Essential Oils Book and Natural BabyCare, of which James A. Duke, author of The Green Pharmacy, said: "I believe Colleen would do better at healing my children and grandchildren than most of my HMO physicians have done." Dodt is the owner of Herbal Endeavors, Ltd., in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Her business and products have been featured in Herb Companion magazine, and she has written numerous articles on herbs and aromatherapy. She was the first American and the first woman to write for The International Journal of Aromatherapy (1988). Acknowledgments Preface Chapter 1 Awakening the Scent Sense Chapter 2 An Introduction to Buying and Using Pure Essential Oils Chapter 3 The Properties and Applications of Pure Essential Oils Most Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils Less Commonly Used Pure Essential Oils Chapter 4 Basic Blending Advice Equipment and Supplies Carrier or Base Oils Solutions and Dilutions Chapter 5 Recipes for Home Aroma Making Cleaning Jobs More Pleasant Scenting the Air at Home Chapter 6 Aromatic Recipes for Essential Beauty Baths Bath Salts Herbal Baths Children's Herbal Baths Foot Baths Hand and Nail Care Hair Oils Shampoos and Rinses Personal Perfumes Chapter 7 Other Uses for Essential Oils Making Travel More Enjoyable Creating a Welcoming, Conducive Work Environment Caring for the Elderly and Sick Caring for Pets Sources and Resources Suggested Reading Index Fragrant essences lift the spirits, stimulate the senses, and enhance relaxation after a trying day. This practical guide shows how essential oils -- used in the home and on the go -- can greatly improve the quality of busy lives. Comprehensive information on the essential oils extracted from herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and resins includes which ones to use regularly, which to use with caution, and which to avoid altogether. Dozens of simple step-by-step recipes feature essential oils for: * Combating stress, PMS, sunburn, and other conditions * Scenting homes, offices, and vehicles * Creating blends for safe, fragrant cleaning products * Making special mixtures for children and the elderly

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