The third edition provides a framework for the practice of holistic aromatherapy. It includes monographs of 110 essential oils. Each monograph includes 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 advice for the safe use and more. Other topics in Volume 1 include:
- the role of aromatherapy in promoting health and wellbeing
- a detailed history of aromatherapy
- the botanical origins of essential oils
- the methods of essential oil extraction
- guidelines for quality od essential oils
- guidelines for the safe practice of aromatherapy
- how to use essential oils in aromatherapy
