A comprehensive handbook for understanding and using essential oils
Jennifer Peace Rhind is a Chartered Biologist with a
Ph.D. from the University of Strathclyde and qualifications in
massage and aromatherapy.
She has worked in flavour research and product development, as a
therapist and partner in a multidisciplinary complementary
healthcare clinic, in education and course development, and as a
lecturer in Higher Education. She is an author, writer, mentor and
essential oils consultant.
She lives in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
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*
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