Aromatherapy Basics

The Aromatherapy Basics Study Brief is intended as a quick overview for learners or as a refresher for practitioners. This Study Brief assembles notable facts, important concepts and relevant details in an organized format, featuring a concise introduction, brief history, definitions of key terms and a list of accepted benefits. A condensed review of essential oils, including methods of extracting, blending, applying and storing oils is provided along with important information about avoiding hazard and maintaining safety during practice. The Study Brief describes various massage and relaxation techniques, and offers a handy guide to standard types of massage movements. An illustrated chart presents common essential oils, including full name, classification, description, country of origin and examples of therapeutic uses. A selection of simple aromatherapy recipes is included.