LEARNING GUIDES

A beginner’s guide to using essential

oils safely and effectively
Everything you need to know to get started with confidence
03 Introduction

06 Getting to know essential oils

12 Basic essential oil safety

17 Evaluating essential oil purity and quality

21 Getting started with blending

24 The top 10 essential oils for beginners

27 Next steps and additional resources

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BEGINNER’S GUIDE

Introduction
A summary of the topics we’ll cover in this guide.

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Learning about essential oils can be exciting and inspiring and … overwhelming. If you’ve ever gone down a rabbit-
hole just to find an answer to what you thought was a simple question, we’re here to help. This guide shares the
details you need to use essential oils effectively and safely in beginner-friendly terms, from basic safety tips to the best
essential oils for beginners to get started with.

Here’s what we will cover in this guide:

CHAPTER 1

Getting to know essential oils

Build a strong foundation for using essential oils by understanding how they are made, how and why they work,
common uses, and application methods.

CHAPTER 2

Basic essential oil safety

We can’t stress the importance of safety enough! While there is a lot to know about safe use of individual oils, there are
also some basic rules of thumb that can be helpful overall. This section covers some hot topics, like using essential oils
with kids and pets, and taking essential oils internally.

CHAPTER 3

Evaluating purity and quality

There are many essential oil companies to choose from, but they are not all created equal. Since most people turn to
essential oils for enhanced wellness, finding a reputable company that prioritizes essential oil purity and quality is key
to ensuring the best results. Learn what to look for and what to avoid.

CHAPTER 4

Getting started with blending

As you begin learning about essential oils, knowing which ones go well together can feel mysterious. Tips from our
team of certified aromatherapists can help put you on the right track save you some trial and error, and help you
discoverblends that you enjoy.

CHAPTER 5

The top 10 essential oils for beginners

Most people are aware of a few popular essential oils (lavender, anyone?) but as you learn more you’ll quickly realize
there is a whole world out there to choose from. Knowing where to start is the challenge! To help, we’ve identified ten
essential oils that are well-loved in the aromatherapy world, serve a broad variety of helpful purposes, and are simple
for beginners to use.

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CHAPTER 6

Next steps and resources

There’s so much more to learn! Continuing to educate yourself is the best path to using essential oils safely and
effectively. Whether you prefer to learn from websites, books, or online courses, there are resources available to help.
We’ve shared a shortlist of the most reputable ones we know.

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CHAPTER 1

Getting to know essential oils

Get a quick overview of the fundamentals, including how essential oils are made, how they work, and the most
common ways to use them.

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What is an essential oil?
Essential oils are concentrated, volatile chemicals derived from the roots, leaves, stems, fruits, or flowers of plants.
They capture the plant’s aroma and can provide a wide range of health and wellness benefits when used safely and
correctly.

How are they made?

To create essential oils, large quantities of harvested plant materials go through steam distillation, cold pressing, CO2
extraction, or a solvent extraction process to release their chemical compounds.

To give you an idea of just how potent and concentrated essential oils are …

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Understanding the incredible potency of essential oils is the first step in considering how to use them safely and
effectively. Our mantra is less is more. A little bit goes a long way!

How do essential oils work?

It can be a stretch at first to consider that just by smelling something or putting it on your skin, an array of mental and
physical benefits can occur. First, remember that when you interact with essential oils, you are doing much more than
smelling a flower or drinking a cup of herbal tea. You are harnessing the power of all the chemical components that
plant has to offer in a concentrated form.

Essential oils contain a wide variety of chemicals developed by plants throughout their evolution. These chemicals
help plants survive in a wide range of habitats, attract pollinators, ward off pests, and perform other useful
functions. These naturally-produced chemical compounds are the basis of each essential oil’s therapeutic benefits.
Each essential oil contains chemical components at various levels and combinations, but a lot can be learned by
understanding common properties found in chemical families.

INHALATION
When inhaled, essential oils interact with our olfactory system (the source of our sense of smell) and quickly stimulate
the brain. In addition, when we inhale essential oils, molecules travel to our lungs and enter our bodies through our
respiratory systems.

Another way that inhaled essential oils can affect our system is through receptors that impact the limbic system, which
controls our heartbeat, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress, levels, hormones, and emotions.

In other words, simply breathing in these concentrated, naturally occurring chemicals can impact our systems quickly
and in multiple ways.

TOPICAL APPLICATION
When you put essential oils on your skin, they enter your system by absorption. Your skin is semi-permeable, allowing
active chemicals to travel into your body. This is how topical medicines work.

Because essential oils are so potent, we recommend that you always dilute them with a carrier product before putting
them on your skin.

Because essential oils are so potent, we recommend that you always

dilute them with a carrier product before putting them on your skin.

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What is aromatherapy?
You can’t get too far into essential oils without also understanding aromatherapy: It’s the art and science of using
naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize, and promote the health of the mind,
body, and spirit. The National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) offers more information and in-depth
definitions.

Aromatherapy has been practiced since ancient times and has its own deep body of knowledge and terminology.
We’ve created an aromatherapy and essential oil glossary to help you get familiar with some terms that are helpful to
know.

What can essential oils do?

Essential oils have a wealth of benefits on their own and can be combined with other oils to expand their abilities and
address a wide variety of health and wellness needs.

Some well-known uses include:

• Soothing normal aches and inflamed areas
• Providing emotional support
• Balancing, grounding, or uplifting emotions
• Healing or soothing skin conditions
• Easing cold or flu symptoms
• Boosting immunity
• Supporting healthy digestion
• Reducing muscle cramps or spasms
• Rejuvenating and nourishing skin
• Purifying infections
• Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces

It’s important to note that while essential oils offer many helpful benefits, they should be seen as complementary
treatments along with medical care.

What are some simple ways to use essential oils?

Put them on your skin (but only after diluting with a carrier!)
Essential oils absorb through your skin and into your system, providing a wide range of benefits.

Use them in an inhaler or diffuse them into the air around you
Inhalers are small metal or plastic tubes that look a bit like chapstick with a cotton wick inside. You can add essential
oils to the cotton wicks, then put the lid back on to keep the scent contained. Inhalers are a great way to enjoy
personal aromatherapy on the go, anywhere.

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Diffusers turn drops of essential oil added to water into a fine mist that can add a lovely aroma to your space, help
purify the air, and help you absorb the benefits of essential oils through inhalation. We recommend using an ultrasonic
diffuser that emits a cool mist and won’t affect the properties of your essential oils so you can experience their full
benefits.

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Use them to create DIY cleaning products
Many essential oils have germ-busting properties, making them fantastic replacements for harsh chemical cleansers.

Enjoy them in the bath or shower

Creating your own essential oil soaps and scrubs can add a bit of extra peace and healing to your bath or shower. Just
make sure your essential oils are properly diluted before using them on your skin!

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CHAPTER 2

Basic essential oil safety

Because essential oils are so highly concentrated, there are safety concerns to be aware of, especially as you are first
learning how to use them. And there are extra precautions to take when it comes to using essential oils around kids
and pets.

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Dilute with a carrier before putting essential oils on your
skin
You’ll hear us say this a lot … essential oils are incredibly
potent! Diluting helps them go farther, and most
importantly, protects your skin from irritation and your
body from potential negative reactions.

So what’s a carrier? Carriers include a range of

substances from jojoba oil to bentonite clay to aloe vera
that you can use as a base for drops of essential oil. The
major categories are butters, waxes, oils, gels, lotions,
soaps, salts, clays, and resins. Some carriers even have
additional skin nourishing or therapeutic benefits.

One common misconception is that you can use water

as a carrier for essential oils. It works fine when you are using a diffuser, or in instances when the oil will not come
into direct contact with your body, but as you may remember from chemistry class, oil and water don’t mix. The oil
will remain separate and intact, rather than dispersed and blended, defeating the purpose of adding your carrier and
putting you at risk for negative reactions.

How to dilute essential oils

You may see instructions that call for a 2% dilution and feel a bit confused. We can help translate that into the simplest
terms — drops! Depending on the situation, the strength of the oil you are using, and the person you’ll be using it
on, there are different recommended dilution ratios to follow. Below is a basic chart for topical use, to help you get
started.

When you first start using a new

oil, we recommend diluting, doing
a patch test, and watching your
body for any reactions, like redness,
itching, rashes, headaches, or
dizziness.

Learn more about dilution

guidelines

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Can you take essential oils internally?
There is a lot of conflicting information on the internet about whether or not the internal use of essential oils is
safe. You may even hear of people throwing a few drops into a glass of water and chugging them down. We don’t
recommend doing this for many reasons.

• Once again, essential oils are incredibly potent!

• Oil and water don’t mix, causing the oils to remain separate and fully concentrated, entering your system and
clinging to your internal tissues at full strength.
• Ingestion has the potential to cause many issues, including build up in the liver, stomach irritation, burning or
ulceration of the esophagus, and allergic reactions.
• It is just as effective and much safer to use essential oils in other ways, like inhalation or topical application.

To add to the confusion, you may notice that some essential oils are labeled food safe or food grade. Unfortunately,
that has more to do with certification and labeling technicalities than it does with the safety or the quality of the
essential oil.

The FDA doesn’t regulate or classify any essential oils as food grade. It does designate some oils as “appropriately
regulated indirect additives” and calls them Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for human consumption when
used for their intended purpose. Intended purpose represents a significant gray area, as it is not clearly defined. Some
food manufacturers use certain oils in very low concentrations as flavor additives in large quantities of food, which is
significantly different than a person who decides to drink multiple drops of essential oil per day. GRAS status does not
indicate that taking essential oils will have a therapeutic effect or should be considered safe at any dose.

There are cases in which internal use of essential oils can be safe, but it requires significant training, and may not
result in greater effectiveness. Our rule of thumb, especially for beginners, is to stick with tried and true, safe methods
of use and stay away from ingesting essential oils. If you wouldn’t feel comfortable eating pounds of lemon rind, then
you probably wouldn’t want to eat lemon essential oil either!

Keep track of shelf life

Not all essential oil companies will tell you this, but each oil has a shelf life! Essential oils oxidize when exposed to
oxygen or heat, breaking them down and reducing their therapeutic qualities. It’s important to buy essential oils from
a company that lists the batch date and shares shelf life information with you so that you can be aware of exactly what
you are getting and how long it will be of maximum use.

There’s no need to throw your essential oils away after they have expired, you can still use them in cleaning blends.
Extend the life of your essential oils.

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Using essential oils with children
Children’s systems are more sensitive than adults, so you’ll need to use extra care and caution when it comes to
essential oil safety.

Oils to avoid with children under 10:

• Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus radiata, Eucalyptus smithii)

• Saro (Cinnamosma fragrans)
• Ravintsara (Cinnamosma camphora ct. 1,8-cineole)
• Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis ct. 1,8-cineole)
• Niaouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia ct. 1,8-cineole)
• Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
• Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum ct. eugenol)
• Clovebud (Eugenia caryophyllata)
• Wintergreen (Gaultheria fragrantissima)
• Birch (Betula lenta)
• Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
• Cornmint (Mentha arvensis)
• Cajeput (Melaleuca leucadendron var. cajuputi)
• In addition, we recommend avoiding peppermint (Mentha × piperita) with children under 5 years old, especially
around the face, as it can cause breathing issues.

Critical safety guidelines:

• Stick with a 1% dilution when putting oils on children’s skin. That’s just 5 to 6 drops of essential oil in one ounce of
a carrier product.
• Keep an eye out for reactions. If a child develops a skin reaction where the oils have been applied, wash the area
for 15-20 minutes with soap and water, then use a soothing moisturizer like coconut oil after the bath.
• If reactions are more serious than skin irritation, get immediate medical help.
• For children under 5 years old, stick to hydrosols (gentle and safe aromatic waters created by distilling plant
material) or diffusing oils at very low drop counts.
• Do not allow children to ingest essential oils. If your child accidentally swallows oils, do not induce vomiting. Call
your poison control center right away.
• Be aware that some oils, while safe to use with kids at a 1% dilution, cause sun sensitivity and increase the risk of
burns. These oils include:
• Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
• Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
• Lemon (Citrus limon)
• Lime (if it’s been cold-pressed) (Citrus aurantifolia)

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There’s more to know about using essential oils with kids. So much so, that we have additional resources available if
you’d like to know more.

Using essential oils with children.

Using essential oils with pets

Like children, pets have sensitive systems. What’s more, your pets can’t communicate the way that humans can if
something is distressing them, their senses of smell are far more advanced than ours, and we may not be able to rec-
ognize irritation in pets as easily as we can in humans.

Here are a few rules to keep in mind:

• Avoid putting essential oils on your pet’s fur or skin
• Don’t add essential oils to your pet’s food
• Store your essential oils safely in a place where your pets can’t get into them when you are not around.
• If you are using essential oils in a diffuser, make sure that it is in an open space and that your pet can escape to a
different room if needed
• Make sure to place your diffuser in a location where your pet can’t knock it over
• If you suspect your pet has ingested essential oils or had some spilled on their skin, contact your vet immediately

Essential oils and pet safety

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CHAPTER 3

Evaluating essential oil purity

& quality
Purchasing essential oils from a trusted and reputable source is an important element of essential oil safety.

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Impure or low-quality oils can contain harmful chemicals, which is the opposite of what you’re looking for in your
efforts to enhance your health and wellbeing naturally.

Promises, guarantees, and grades of oils

As you begin shopping for essential oils, you’ll quickly realize that there are a lot of ways that each company will try to
convince you that their oils are pure, safe, high-quality, and maybe even the only ones you should trust. While there
are many truly reputable sources of essential oils out there, there’s also a lot of marketing to contend with.

First of all, there is no such thing as a grade of essential oil. So therapeutic grade, high grade, medical grade — these
are all terms that anyone can use without having to prove it. Simply put, there is no recognized organization that
certifies or grades essential oils. Essential oils are only either pure, or impure, and their purity can only be determined
through a lab test called a Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry test, or GC/MS for short.

To confuse things even further, sometimes even reputable companies will use terms like therapeutic grade in response
to competitive pressure. At Aromatics International, we call our oils therapeutic quality. We avoid the word “grade”
because we know it can be confusing and a bit misleading.

The importance of GC/MS testing

GC/MS testing is the most reliable test of an essential oil’s purity. The test can isolate every component within an es-
sential oil, as well as the exact amounts of each component.

Once the test is complete, it takes an expert chemist who is familiar with the properties of essential oils to read the test
report and determine if the essential oil has the correct properties and is free of any added or unexpected ingredients.

Most reputable essential oil companies run these tests, and transparent companies make the test reports available on
their websites.

Don’t be afraid to ask for this information if you aren’t able to find it on your own.

There is no reason why an essential oil company shouldn’t be testing

their products or making the information available to help you make
informed decisions as a consumer.

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If you aren’t sure how to read GC/MS reports, that’s ok. We’ve provided some details to help you get started if you’d like
to learn more, but just knowing that a company tests their oils and provides the reports is a step in the right direction
toward trust.

Reading GC/MS Reports

Look for wildcrafted, organically grown, or certified

organic essential oils
The way that plants are grown can make a significant impact on the quality of the essential oils they produce. If you’re
moving toward a natural lifestyle that’s free of harmful chemicals, you’ll appreciate essential oils that come from
plants grown as close to nature as possible.

There are multiple designations to be aware of that yield a pure and natural result. We stick with certified organic,
organically grown, or wildcrafted essential oils. All three sources produce high-quality oils grown without pesticides or
other chemicals.

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CERTIFIED ORGANIC
means that the plants were grown by farmers who have completed the organic certification process. While organic
certification is important, there are many places in the world where it is either unavailable or cost-prohibitive for
farmers.

ORGANICALLY GROWN
means that while the farm may not be certified, the farmer followed organic practices, including eliminating chemicals
and pesticides from their farms.

WILDCRAFTED
Another fantastic method is to find plants in the wild, where they grow best. Harvesting naturally occurring plants is
called wildcrafting, a method that produces all-natural and high-quality oils. It’s important to keep sustainability in
mind when wildcrafting, leaving enough of the plant behind to re-seed and grow again for future years.

At Aromatics International, we get to know each of our distillers on a personal level and work with small-scale
producers who share our values of quality over profit. These relationships, combined with GC/MS purity testing, are a
critical way we ensure purity and quality essential oils for our customers.

Additional ways to evaluate essential oil companies

Since finding a trusted source of essential oils can be a confusing process, we wanted to share a few other things to
keep in mind to help you evaluate the companies you purchase from and ensure your essential oils are pure and safe
to use.

• Is the company run by a certified aromatherapist?

• Is it a large national corporation that may be more interested in profit than reputation or quality?
• How long has the company been in business?
• Do they have a consistently positive reputation online?
• Do they have a close, personal connection to their farmers, distillers, and producers?
• Do they provide clear and complete information, including safety precautions and batch dates for their products?
• Do they provide GC/MS test reports for their essential oils?

If you feel comfortable with the answers to those questions, you are likely on the right track. Remember, if you
aren’t sure, don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and get the information you need to feel safe and confident in your
purchases.

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CHAPTER 4

Getting started with blending

Now that you are familiar with safety basics and have a good and trusted source of essential oils, it’s time to have
some fun and start using them! We have outlined some basic blending tips that will have you creating your own
products in no time.

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Tools of the blending trade
Before getting started, you’ll need some basic supplies. Not all of the items listed here will be needed every time. It
depends on what you are making!

• First, and perhaps most obviously, you’ll need to collect the essential oils you plan to use as well as the carriers
you will be blending them into.
• Next, consider the container that will work best for your finished blend. If you are blending straight essential oils,
it’s best to use dark-tinted glass containers because they essential oils can corrode other types of materials over
time. For blends that you dilute with carriers, tins, jars, bottles, or tubes made from PET plastic, glass, or metal
work well.
• Set aside a glass dish and glass stir rod for mixing up your blend.
• Grab a notebook and pen so you can write down the details of your creation and anything you’d like to remember
for next time
• Find towels or paper towels to help keep things neat and tidy
• Get labels to put on your containers so you’ll remember what’s inside
• If you need to melt your carrier product, you’ll also need a double boiler and a heat source
• If the recipe calls for exact measurements, a kitchen scale can be helpful.

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Blending tips and tricks

Here are some of our favorites!

• Keep dilution guidelines in mind to make sure that your blend will be safe to use
• Add one drop of oil at a time, then mix and smell before adding more. You can always add more oil to your blend,
but you can’t take any out.
• Write down the details of what you add so that you can re-create your blend or improve upon it next time!
• If you are following a recipe, feel free to add all the drops at once.
• When using recipes, keep in mind that even slight improvisation can result in a very different final product.
• Close your essential oil bottles as quickly as possible once you are done using them and keep them away from
heat so that they remain fresh and effective for as long as possible.
• If you are blending in the hopes of creating a lovely aroma, consider using oils that represent top, middle, and
base notes to create balance.
• Set up your blending space in an area where your supplies are out of reach of children and pets.
• Consider laying down a towel or piece of parchment paper so that accidental spills or stray drops won’t cause
spots or stains.
• Before blending, read about each oil you plan to use to make sure you are aware of any safety precautions you’ll
need to keep in mind.

Have fun, and don’t be afraid to get creative!

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CHAPTER 5

The top 10 essential oils for

beginners
There are so many essential oils to choose from that it can be hard to know which ones to try first! We’ve put together
a list of easy to use classics, along with simple recipes to try that will help you gain experience and familiarity with
some of the greatest benefits aromatherapy has to offer.

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1. LAVENDER OIL
Lavender has a wonderful aroma, a calming effect on the mind and body, and it’s one of
the most versatile oils available. In addition to it’s widely appreciated ability to usher in
restful sleep, lavender is also great for soothing and healing the skin and can even serve
as an all-natural insect repellent.

We recommend using lavender oil to make our Restful Lotion Blend.

2. ORANGE SWEET OIL

In addition to smelling like you just peeled a ripe, juicy orange, this oil can bring feelings
of positivity and confidence into your world. It is also excellent for supporting healthy
digestion, reducing occasional minor aches, and discouraging unwanted germs.

Give orange sweet oil a try in our Citrusy Soothing Blend.

3. EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS OIL

Breathe deep and clear with this oil’s main chemical component, 1,8 cineole. Eucalyp-
tus can help clear the mind, provide bright energy in your home, purify the air when
others are sick, and help reduce the unwelcome presence of germs.

Give eucalyptus globulus a try with our Respiratory Support Steam Blend.

4. PEPPERMINT OIL
Peppermint’s refreshing aroma can help you feel awake and energized in an instant. It
helps support healthy digestion and calm tummy troubles as well as supporting the
respiratory system and soothing occasional minor aches and pains.

Try peppermint oil in our Soothing Head Blend.

5. TEA TREE OIL

Tea tree oil sends germs packing and can help clear up minor inflammation and infec-
tions of all types. While it’s tough on germs, it’s gentle on your skin, making it a great
addition to your wellness arsenal.

Try using tea tree oil to disinfect the surfaces in your home with our Air Purifying Room
Spritz recipe.

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6. PATCHOULI OIL
Patchouli oil has a calming, earthy, and grounded effect. In addition to being a won-
derful addition to mindfulness and meditation practice, it can help reduce redness and
purify skin.

Try patchouli oil in our Calming and Uplifting Diffuser Blend.

7. FRANKINCENSE OIL
People have prized frankincense since ancient times for its ability to inspire greater
peace and connection. Frankincense is also wonderful for use on the skin helping to
heal and create a healthy glow. Because Frankincense is so popular, it is on our sustain-
ability watch list. We work directly with a distiller who is an advocate for strict harvest-
ing regulations that will allow us to enjoy this beautiful oil both now and in the future.

Try using frankincense oil to benefit your skin in our Acne Relief recipe.

8. YLANG YLANG COMPLETE OIL

Ylang Ylang transports you with its exotic, sweet floral scent. It can help quiet the mind,
relax muscle tension, and promote emotional healing.

Try using ylang ylang complete in our Blues Be Gone Inhaler Blend recipe.

9. VETIVER OIL
Vetiver has incredible grounding and relaxing effects. It’s a popular scent for perfumes
and can help tone down redness and skin irritation.

Experience the relaxing power of vetiver in our Vetiver and Lime Bath Salt recipe.

10. ROMAN CHAMOMILE OIL

If you have ever experienced the calming power of chamomile tea, you can imagine the
effects of roman chamomile essential oil. It helps create a sense of wellbeing, calms a
worried mind, and encourages restful sleep. It can also help relieve minor muscle pain
and spasms.

Give roman chamomile a try in our Muscle Pain Relief recipe.

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CHAPTER 6

Next steps and additional

resources
Ready to learn even more about essential oils? We’ll share our favorite sources of reliable information to help you
continue on your essential oil and aromatherapy journey.

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Ready to learn even more about essential oils? We’ll share our favorite sources of reliable information to help you con-
tinue on your essential oil and aromatherapy journey.

Books
The Heart of Aromatherapy by Andrea Butje
Andrea brings the properties of 40 popular essential oils to life and shares more than 100 helpful recipes.

Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

A definitive guide to the science of essential oils and how they react with the human body that includes 400 essential
oil profiles and information about potential essential oil and drug interactions.

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy by Salvatore Battaglia

A reference on all aspects of aromatherapy, from background to clinical applications.

Websites
The Alliance of Professional Aromatherapists (AIA) Their website offers webinars, journal articles, aromatherapy stan-
dards, information about conferences, and a helpful blog.

The National Association of Holistic Aromatherapists (NAHA)Their website includes news, journal articles, safety
information, and educational resources.

Online Courses
The Aromahead Institute offers a wide range of online courses that provide in-depth learning and lifetime access to
course materials. Get started by taking one of their amazing free courses online! See Aromahead courses.

Next steps
We encourage you to continue your journey and learn as much about essential oils as possible. They open up a wealth
of resources that you can tap into for enhanced wellbeing and a greater connection to everything nature has to offer.

In addition to the fabulous resources listed above, the Aromatics International website offers a wealth of information,
from DIY recipes, to educational blog posts, to our weekly e-mail newsletter. And if you have a question you can’t
find the answer to, don’t hesitate to get in touch! Our team of certified aromatherapists are here to help.

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