Aromatherapy Encyclopedia: A Concise Guide to Over 385 Plant Oils - Softcover

Carol and David Schiller, recognized experts in the field of aromatheraphy and plant oils, have created a comprehensive reference book. Includes a general introduction to proper safety, preparation, and usage of the oils, and what to watch out for in commercial products. Separate chapters provide descriptions of the essential oils, carrier oils, and infused oils, deetailing their derivation and history, documented properties, and armatherapeutic methods of use. With category listings of oil properties and cross-reference lists from botanical to common names.

Co-author of seven internationally published books on the use of essential oils and cofounder of the International Aromatherapy and Herb Association.

David Schiller is an author of eclectic interests whose books include "The Little Zen Companion, All-American Carioke," and "The Runaway Beard." He lives in Montclair, New Jersey, with his wife, three children, and (only) three guitars.

Jeffrey Schiller, the illustrator of the book, is cofounder and president of the International Aromatherapy and Herb Association (IAHA), and publisher/editor/photographer of Making Scents magazine. Jeffrey instructs classes on aromatherapy, photography, and organic gardening for colleges and other educational organizations.