The Aromatherapy Companion: Medicinal Uses/Ayurvedic Healing/Body-Care Blends/Perfumes & Scents/Emotional Health & Well-Being (Herbal Body) (Paperback)
August 2, 2009 by Cheryl
Filed under Aromatherapy Book Reviews
Review
“I recommend this book to both students and aromatherapy practitioners.” — Dorene Peterson, B.A., DNT, DIP ACU, Principal, Australasian College of Herbal Studies”This book was a pleasure to read, full of sensory recipes and restorative suggestions for living an aromatic life.” — Jeanne Rose, author of The Aromatherapy Book: Applications & Inhalations, 375 Essential Oils & Hydrosols, The World of Aromatherapy, and others
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I was amazed at the warmth and depth of knowledge this book has. I have read it and enjoyed it a lot and I wanted to share with others this review from England “What a relief it is to read a book written by someone with so much good stuff to say.” This is a quote from Robert Tisserand author of “The Art of Aromatherapy” and “Essential Oil Safety a Guide for Health Care Professionals” printed in the International Journal of Aromatherapy vol 9 #3 Tisserand goes on to say The Fifteen chapters include Safety Guidelines, Carrier Oils, Creating Blends, Aromatherapy and Ayurveda and an A-Z section with some 125 essential oils. These, along with the other ten chapters is laid out in a two colour text in a reader friendly fashion, and it is easy to dip into. Masses of useful practical information written with intelligence and verve. I recommend this book to all my friends and students as very helpful and informative.
As the owner of a natural products store which features aromatherapy as a true focal point, I recommend TAC to all customers seeking an introduction to the topic, advanced customers seeking blending ideas and information, and students ready to expand their aromatherapy knowledge base. It is well written, accurate and easy to explore and understand. It is our hottest aromatherapy title.
Have you ever wondered where all the information that was acquired by people living on this planet for 1000’s of years went? And why we seem so impoverished by our loss? This book was written by a woman who is helping to reclaim our misplaced heritage by teaching us to care for ourselves and others with the essences of the earth. Victoria Edwards has hands on experience with the essential oil palette from the usual to the exotic and reveals many different ways to use and experience the benefits of aromatherapy. A thorough and pracitcal guide to teaching yourself how to respond to the myriad of life’s challenges. Excellent!
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Great for Beginners
This book is really great for beginners dabbling in aromatherapy. It explains how essential oils are made and gives the difference between oils and perfumes.
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Great Research
This book has helped me out alot and it really is a great research book for anyone starting out in the aromatherapy business.
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Ancient Memories
Having had the opportunity to study personally with Victoria Edwards, the author of this lovely compilation of ancient wisdom concerning Aromatherapy, I am greatful for the…
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Great Book by An Aromatherapy Pioneer
We have long-awaited a book by Victoria Edwards, one of the founders of the first aromatherapy association in this country.
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An excellent “companion” in the world of aromatherapy
I use Victoria’s book frequently. It is a diverse compilation of wonderful information for a new or experienced aromatherapist. I have fun every time I pick it up.
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A Brilliant Work of Knowledge and Soul
I loved every page of this book. The author is extremely knowledgeable. The book is artfully done and so varied with valuable formulations, history, sources, and much more.
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A Brilliant Work of Knowledge and Soul
I loved every page of this book. The author is extremely knowledgeable. The book is artfully done and so varied with valuable formulations, history, sources, and much more.
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A must have for all Aromatherapists
Easy to read, interesting suggestions, valuable information on all aspects of Aromatherapy which goes much further than many of the basic guides available today.
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Bursting with information
I’m delighted with Victoria Edward’s Aromatherapy Companion. The book is bursting with usable information.
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disappointing; poor safety information, illogical methods!
I had looked forward to this book. However, I consider the book a waste of money. The [book] ignores current safety information, and gives very inaccurate and wasteful lessons on…