Salvatore Battaglia   The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy - Volume I Foundations & Materia Medics, Third Edition is internationally acclaimed as the most comprehensive text book on aromatherapy.

The 3rd edition provides us with a framework for the practice of holistic aromatherapy. It includes monographs of 110 essential oils. Each monograph includes a description of the botany and origins, organoleptic profile, chemical composition, history and traditional uses, a comprehensive review of pharmacological and clinical studies, actions and indications, blending tips, and advise for the safe use and more.

Other topics in Volume I include:

• the role of aromatherapy in promoting health and wellbeing
• detailed history of aromatherapy
• the botanical origins of essential oils
• the methods of essential oil extraction
• quality of essential oils for aromatherapy use
• guidelines for the safe practice of aromatherapy
• how to use essential oils in aromatherapy

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy - Volume I is written for everyone who wishes to have a comprehensive understanding of essential oils, whether it be for personal use, for the student of aromatherapy, for the professional aromatherapist or for the pharmacist, nurse, doctor or health professional.