Aromatherapy for Mind & Body [Paperback]

David Schiller (Author), Carol Schiller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 2001

Discover how to use aromatherapy to unlock the powers of the mind. Formulas are given for dreams, introspection, meditation, isualization, and other mental and emotional uses in myriad forms including baths, candles, creams, facial sauna, massage, mist spray, and more. For the body you'll find massage formulas for babies, children, or lovers; for invigoration or relaxation; for losing weight and reducing cellulite. Create your own natural deodorants and mouthwash. An alphabetical reference of each essential oil provides a simple way to find the right scent and achieve the desired effect.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806942444
• ISBN-13: 978-0806942445
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,860,195 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book with many worthwhile recipes!, September 8, 1999

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This review is from: Aromatherapy for Mind & Body (Paperback)

I love this book and find myself referring to it often, for myself and to share some of the recipes with friends and family. It has more varied blends, recipes and applications than any other book I have found so far, and like it says, for mind AND body uses. Many blends are "off the beaten track" like ones for such things as introspection, mental awareness, weight loss, etc., as well as the usual stress relief, meditation, sleep, etc. And there are numerous ways listed to use these applications instead of just in massage or oil diffusers. While this book may not focus as much on the scientific aspect of aromatherapy as others do, this is not a bad thing - it does focus on the practical, everyday and down-to-earth uses for aromatherapy, which is what I was looking for rather than the dry scientific stuff that I can find elsewhere. I wanted a book I could use, not one I'd read and then sit on the shelf gathering dust. I think this is a very valuable reference to suppliment anyone's aromatherapy library. Worth every penny.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Useful and easy to follow with only one flaw, January 26, 2000

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This review is from: Aromatherapy For Body, Mind & Spirit Gift Set (Paperback)

This is an easy-to-read, comprehensive guide for those wishing to learn about the various uses of essential oils, what they are, and what they cure. The last section of the book, where more extensive information is given about each essential oil (scent, uses, and cautions), is especially useful to "intermediates" who wish to begin creating their own recipes and blends. The only drawback is that some 70 oils are introduced and used in the recipes in the book, which means a beginner who wants to experiment with these recipes will have to spend an exorbitant amount of money to get started. I definitely recommend it for someone who knows a bit about oils and already has an EO inventory of their own.

5.0 out of 5 stars My first aromatherapy book!, June 9, 2009

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This review is from: Aromatherapy for Mind & Body (Paperback)

This is the first book I read that was strictly aromoatherapy, I had read bits and pieces about the subject in many books.

The authors have a great style, and clear instructions, and some original ideas about how to use aromatherapy: For each section such as: stress relief, yoga, sinus trouble, etc, has different recipies and things to do under each heading. There may be 16 different things you could to get a good sleep, you'll find out fast which methods work best for you.

I was pleasantly suprised and greatly happy with the things I've tried. I plan on looking for more books by the Schiller's and I hope they are as good as this.

I give the book an A.