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Christina Anthis is a single mother, bestselling author, and the blogger behind The Hippy Homemaker. As a committed do-it-yourselfer trained in aromatherapy and herbalism, she's devoted to helping others make safe and natural health and home care products with essential oils. She lives with her son mostrar más and her partner, Clint, in North Texas. mostrar menos

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The Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils: Everything you need to know to get started by Christina Anthis

August 2019
Althea Press/Callisto Media
Health, Wellness, nonfiction
Rating: 5/5

The author was diagnosed at 10 yo with scoliosis requiring several spinal surgeries. The sequela of nerve pain, narcolepsy and a chronically poor immune system proved more than she could handle. This propelled her interest and education into natural healing with plants.

She details the history of modern medicine and its roots derived from the past use of plants. She is the author of a blog (Hippyhomemaker.com) addressing health and aromatherapy to improve health naturally. The book is nicely organized into three sections which succinctly address each topic.

In section 1, she provides an interesting history of the origins of essential oils and aromatherapy dating back to 2,500 BCE in Egypt. Natural healing is the foundation of Ayurvedic medicine.
Of note, Aromathérapie (1937) by Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, was written by this perfume chemist who treated soldiers during WWI with essential oils. Likewise, oils were utilized during WWII by French army surgeon Jean Valnet.

In the USA, Robert Tisserand remains the expert in the science and safety of oils with his comprehensive 1977 manual, The Art of Aromatherapy. It is the reference used as the Standard of Essential Oils practice for safety. The safe use of essential oils cannot be over emphasized with the abundance of oils being marketed. There are only a few organizations which set guidelines for proper use: Associate French Normalization Organization Regulation and the Alliance of International Aromatherapist are two the author mentions.

I am a medical professional who uses essential oils for health and wellness. Although I’m not trained as an aromatherpist, I certainly agree with the necessity to ensure that people have accurate information regarding the use of essential oils. I find the chemistry of the plants essential oils fascinating but that would not keep most readers interest. The author explains the importance of diluting oils in appropriate carrier oils. Most people might be surprised to learn that there are recommendations regarding the percentage of dilution. It is important to consider the person, their health and desired results.

I was particularly interested in the explanation of blending oils according to the aroma notes and length of evaporation. Aroma top notes evaporate quickly 1-2 hours, which includes many of the citrus oils. Middle note oils evaporate within 2-4 hours, such as pepper, cinnamon, chamomile, rose and tea tree. Base notes are the longest to evaporate; cedar wood, frankincense, ginger, vanilla, vétiver.

In section 2, the most common 30 essential oils are provided in alphabetical order outlining the specifics of each oil.

Section 3 provides 100 recipes for application and use of essential oils which are categorized for: physical health, home, family and emotional well-being. The book concludes with numerous references and sources.

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marquis784 | Aug 12, 2019 |
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A very helpful resource for anyone that prefer's natural remedies to the multiple concoctions that are sold through the pharmaceutical companies. The chapters are divided in a way that will make it easy to locate the specific information that you are needing to find. It shows clear and easy directions for making the different essential oil blends. As with any kind of remedy, natural or pharmaceutical, there is a section that clarifies the oils that are safe to use, and the oils that should be avoided. I would highly recommend this book. Love it!… (más)
 
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acsanford | 4 reseñas más. | May 10, 2018 |
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A Mom, a baby, herbs, essential and carrier oils make for over 200 recipes for relief and relaxation. This books is easy to read and has simple to follow recipes that will help you to feel better and to be happy. Nice way to get started but I would also remember to check with your pediatrician before giving anything 'medicinal' to your baby.
 
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Terrell_Solano | 4 reseñas más. | Nov 14, 2017 |
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What I like about this book:
--Colorful, relevant images and illustrations
--Well-organized and very user-friendly
--Good use of background color and type color to keep sections congruent and to engage the attention of visual readers. Many purely black and white books sit unused on my shelf.

I recommend "The Complete Book of Essential Oils for Mama & Baby; Safe and Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Birth, and Children" for anyone interested in safer ways to treat common ailments, or for anyone interested in using essential oils, period. This book contains good, basic information about essential oil safety and usage guidelines and how-to's.
It isn't the Larousse Gastronomique of the essential oil world, but rather a dependable compilation like the Betty Crocker Cookbook was to basic cooking. Additionally, this contains a great assortment of recipes specifically helpful during pregnancy and childbirth. My favorite section of this book contains recipes for blends that are useful and safe for babies and children. I will add that these blends may also be useful for adults who are sensitive to some of the "hotter" or harsher oils.
Do not overlook "The Complete Book of Essential Oils for Mama & Baby" just because it says, "for Mama and Baby" in the title. It is all that and so much more.

My only recommendation for the author would be to include a note of caution in Apppendix B reminding users to always dilute blends before using topically, especially for children. Novice users might not remember what they read on page 16.
I am very grateful to have received this book from the LT Early Reviewers giveaway.
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janbluewing | 4 reseñas más. | Sep 22, 2017 |

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