Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals

I have not put this down since I received it. Yes it is a bit over my head as I am no chemistry major, and I find myself having to look up many words to know what they are talking about as it written like a textbook. But, it is all based on facts and studies, gives recommendations on whether it is actually safe or not orally, skin sensitivities, the safe amounts, etc. As I'm new to essential oils, I wanted to do it right, without all of the misleading info I was sure I was seeing on some EO pages for big oil companies. After reading a few pages, I know those companies are pushing products unsafely at times, and I am glad I purchased this book. You can't put price on this kind of quality. I bought a used version to save a few $, but still worth every penny!!!!!.I just got myself some tabs for easy finding of pages, as I have to go to glossary a lot, and it is a huge book. It has already made it easier, and not so overwhelming. I am already finding other books I've purchased recently inadequate comparably.

Right now, I'm renting the ebook; I wanted to see if it had (primarily) the safety data that I was looking for to pass along to customers. IT DOES. Wow, it's just awesome.While I do think that a lot more research has been done on EOs since this was last rewritten, and perhaps Tisserand and Young are a tad conservative overall - I would MUCH rather be too conservative in how I represent the safety of a particular oil versus being too liberal or uninformed. If a purchaser of an oil chooses to ignore what I say, that's on them, then - I feel like I've done what I can to inform them of the risks.I particularly liked the inclusion of mainstream medication interactions. I'm a little tired of saying "check with your doctor" all the time - doctors mostly don't know a thing about oils and can't really give a solid answer.I also was particular interested in learning about Wintergreen and all its risks. I. Had. No. Idea....none. I've since pulled it from my online lineup of oils that I sell - at this point, I'll only sell it when I can be face to face with someone to really discuss the risks in using Wintergreen. And it's not that Wintergreen isn't safe - it IS, but only when used properly and with the proper cautions regarding salicylates and kids as well as the risk of salicylate reactions, which many people have and don't know.When my rental period is up, I'll be buying the hardbound version of this book for sure!

This is a tremendous book ... I recommend that you get the 2nd Ed. (or latest). The authors have made an enormous effort to collect and document the health impacts of essential oils. The opening chapters review the oils and effects on parts of the body. Afterwards there is a long list of plants and trees, the oil compositions, and potential risks. Although some practitioners of aromatherapy want to believe in the "magical healing properties" of essential oils ... the bottom line is that these are chemicals and they must be used safely. This book is written using scientific/medical jargon, but it can be understood by everyone if they give some effort. Special credit to the authors for a great job! This is a steal at the current price.

I am studying in an aromatherapy certification program, and this book is a must have if you are serious about learning the material. I have the e-book on my tablet, and it is much easier to have with me to look up information on the go. A lot of it is definitely over my head, but what you can learn from this is extremely valuable to anyone considering a career, or supplementing an existing business with the use of essential oils. Robert is the father of aromatherapy in the US, and his knowledge and research is extensive. Most people will never understand this book. But if you want to use essential oils safely, this should be in everyone's library. It's not about telling you what you can't do or use, it's giving you a picture of benefits and risks to each oil, so that you can make that educated decision for yourself or your clients.

Don’t let my 4 stars on this confuse you, it’s a very informative book scientifically (it is written for professionals) but as a layperson I was hoping for a more expansive antidotal informative read. The clinical information does prompt me to dive deeper into a expanded lesson on EO and I am enjoying.I hate to have a book setting around that I don’t utilize regularly so I’m am pleased that I am able to use it in this way though it has evolved from purpose that I purchased it.

This book has been great so far! It helps us use the oils the right way. Like what people can use them, what portions, and what time. It has so many profiles as well! I also notice that in the quality section there are other oils that might smell alike. For example. if you want to purchase a Champaca (a rare oil), how ever, you need an easy version of that, then you can go for Ylang Ylang (that it is sweet/pungent, and sedative).