The Art of Sensual Aromatherapy: A Lover's Guide to Using Aromatic Oils and Essences [Paperback]

Nitya Lacroix (Author), Sakina Bowhay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1995

Combining the two age-old art forms of aromatherapy and massage, this book shows lovers how these forms can be used to soothe the mind and body. Enhanced with 105 color photos, this romantic guide reveals how to achieve total health and pleasure by harnessing the power of natural, sensual perfumes from plants, flowers, and herbs.

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As alternative medicine becomes increasingly accepted, many therapies are now being recommended by physicians to be used in conjunction with orthodox medicine. These concise complementary health guides are packed with simple, effective techniques to help promote a healthier, happier life. Accessible, friendly, and written by expert practitioners, Natural Power Guides are essential reading for the 21st century. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Author Nitya Lacroix draws her insight from her experience of both Eastern philosophies and Western therapeutic techniques. She lived for 10 years in India where she gained much of her knowledge and experience in the field of alternative therapies and healing. She has published many books on sex, massage and sensuality.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 127 pages
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Co (P); 1st edition (October 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805041532
• ISBN-13: 978-0805041538
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,193,202 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exquisite images, well written, insightful, & provocative., November 20, 1998

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This review is from: The Art of Sensual Aromatherapy: A Lover's Guide to Using Aromatic Oils and Essences (Paperback)

This is a beautiful book to look through. It's also a wonderful book to read. The images are gorgeous. It is also an excellent resource for anyone wishing to begin, or add to, a collection of essential oils. It contains step-by-step instructions, as well as recommendations for the use of essential oils, and which oils to use to enhance what traits. I highly commend the authors, and offer my highest praise for their efforts. Get this one, you won't be sorry!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beguiling and sensuous, with gorgeous pictures!!!, September 19, 2001

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Chicago Dreamer "chicagodreamer" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sensual Aromatherapy (Paperback)

This is one of my all-time favorite books in which to browse. For anyone with an interest in fragrance, it's a delight to explore. It has the most exquisite photography, with beautiful shots of both flora and some very lovingly sensual shots of people who are enjoying the wonderful experience of aromatherapy.

There is lots of information in this book, and it's included to a depth that is just perfect -- not so much that it drones on and on, and not so shallow that it imparts no knowledge. The text is enticing, the subject is horizon-expanding, and the photos are mind-blowing.

Looking for something to keep, which imparts wisdom, makes the life's dreary days much brighter, and in the process of discovery expands one consciousness and one's sensuality? Look inside. Highly, Highly Recommended!!!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars eh, whatever..., May 13, 2008

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This review is from: The Art of Sensual Aromatherapy: A Lover's Guide to Using Aromatic Oils and Essences (Paperback)

it's pretty, but useless if you already own a more comprehensive guide to aromatherapy like The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, which will provide you with all the same information and then some.

Still, if you're going to buy a gift for someone with this topic, this is a nice one to give. It's definitely prettier than the Complete Book...