Includes bibliographical references and index.

An introduction to aromatherapy -- Extracting essential oils from plants -- Buying and storing essential oils -- The effects of essential oils on the body -- Essential oil chemistry -- Essential oil profiles -- Applications suitable for the massage room -- Measurements and dilutions -- Carriers -- Essential oil safety -- Blending -- Supplies and equipment for aromatherapy massage -- The aromatherapy consultation and treatment --.

Sending aromatherapy home with the client -- Stress -- The musculoskeletal system -- The cardiovascular system -- The lymphatic system -- The nervous system -- The immune system -- The integumentary system -- The female reproductive system -- The respiratory system -- The digestive system -- Elderly care -- End-of-life care.

All Ages.