4.5 Stars

I have just recently become aware of the benefits of using essential oils, and while I probably will never use them exclusively to treat my own ailments, there are some interesting ideas and tips in Essential Oils. This book really is a great resource for anyone wanting to understand natural medicine and the different ways that essential oils are used. There are tips for your home, health, beauty, and a very descriptive guide about each plant and oil used in these techniques.

If you are like me and have a super sense of smell, the directions for how to make a diffuser or room spray may be of use to you. It does seem like a healthier alternative to use an essential oil to alter the scent of a room. I love a subtle floral aroma in a room and I am going to give the room spray recipe a try. It is a simple mix of vodka, mineral oil, and an essential oil. Seems fairly simple and might just be my new go-to for a quick room deodorizer.

As with most DK books, the book is packed with all sorts of information and really delves deep into the history and science behind using the oils as a benefit to your mind, body, and soul. Each plant and its oil is discussed in depth and if you are at all curious about what a simple lavender oil can do, you will be very surprised.

The section that appeals to me the most in the book is the beauty section. I have just started trying to make my own bath products to save money, and as a hobby. There are a few recipes for making bath bombs and melts that are simple and relatively inexpensive to make. If those amazing store-bought bath bombs are your thing, you may want to check this book out because I was really surprised to discover the simple ingredients in making them. Baking soda, citric acid and essential oils are really all that is required.

This is a perfect guide for anyone interested in learning about essential oils and how they can be used. The book is easy to follow and you will come away with a wealth of information on this hot trend that has been around for centuries. I look forward to trying a few of them out myself.

This a terrific compilation of knowledge on all things essential oils. It serves as a great intro to oils guide with tons of recipes! I have several friends using them and wanted to know more about them. This book is a fantastic reference guide!!

Esential Oils by DK is an excellent resource for anyone wanting to use oils. The book explains what oils are, how they work, and how they are extracted. The book shares how oils enter the body, how you should store them and different methods of applying them. It list the oils in alphabetical order by the latin name which is very confusing. Otherwise the information on the oils is excellent. I loved the symbols as the top of the pages that were a quick reference on how to use the oil. The treatment chart is an great reference to quickly flip to or to print and keep with your oils. I highly recommend this book; preferable in a paperback form as an excellent resource.

Essential Oils by Neal's Yard Remedies
When I saw this book I knew I wanted to read it. I have a coworker who swear by Essential Oil remedies and I have been wanting to look into them. This was a beautiful book that helped me understand a little more what Essential Oil were and did.

LOVE this book! It's beautifully designed and the recipes and easy to read information is great! I've been using essential oils for a couple of years now and can't wait to try more of these recipes!

This is the type of resource that I would love to have in my personal and professional libraries. The subject matter is both relevant and beneficial. In truth, more and more families and friends in my circle are venturing into the use of essential oils to address health issues.
Unfortunately, I am unable to submit a full review at this time, as I was unsuccessful in my attempts to access this title. I have added it to my "to read" file.

This is an excellent reference guide to essential oils with plenty of details and pictures. Included are recipes to make many natural cleaning and beauty supplies. A must have for anyone who wants to know about essential oils.

DK produces some of the best, most beautiful and most fascinating nonfiction on the market. From their Eyewitness series for kid, to their travel guides to books like this one. Readers will learn the basics, what an essential oil is, how it is extracted and how it can be used to improve quality of life. Some readers may be interested in the information about chakras and such, but I was fascinated with the oils themselves and what they can do. From helping wipe away a stressful day, ridding oneself of a headache, inducing sleep and even bolstering confidence, this is a fascinating book, even if all you do is read and look at the gorgeous photos

Valuable information. Beautifully illustrated.....

A protected pdf is not readable on a kindle device until it's published, it's a glitch in the Amazon system so I wasn't able to read this. Sorry.