Aromatherapy Science takes an analytical and scientific approach to aromatherapy practices and principles based on the scientific evidence to date.
Contents
Introduction
- Definitions of Aromatherapy
- Introduction to Aromatherapy Concepts
- What is an Aromatherapist?
- Aromatherapy, Aromatology and Aromachology
- Aromatherapy Practice in the UK and USA
- Common uses of Essential Oils
- Proven Effects of Essential Oils
- Unproven Aromatherapeutic Virtues
Historical Background to Aromatherapy
- Incense: Inhalation Effects
- Scented Plants Used as Incense in Ancient Egypt
- Uses of Incense
- Perfume and Cosmetics: Precursors of Cosmetological Aromatherapy
- Medicinal Uses: Precursors of Aromatology or 'Clinical' Aromatherapy
- Modern Perfumery
Aromatherapy Practice
- Aromatherapy Basics
- Massage Using Essential Oils
- Recent Literature Review of the Benefits of Massage
- Internal Usage of Essential Oils
- Use of Pure or Synthetic Components
- Therapeutic Claims for the Application of Essential Oils
- False Claims Challenged in Court
Chemistry of Essential Oils
- Essential Oils: Definition
- Essential Oil Storage Organelles
- Aetiology of Essential Oil Components
- Heterogeneity in Bioactivity of the Chemical Groups
- Variation in Chemical Composition of Natural Essential Oils
- Organic Essential Oils
- Extraction of Essential Oils
- Phytols of Hydrosols or Distillation Waters
- Yield and Cost of Essential Oils
- Modification of the Essential Oil
- Standardisation
- Adulteration of Essential Oils
The Bioactivity of Essential Oils
- Pharmacological Studies on Essential Oils: In Vivo and In Vitro
- Antimicrobial Effects
- Differences in Bioactivity Due to Mistakes in Nomenclature
- Miscellaneous Actions
Science of Smell and Psychological Effects
- Aromachology
- Introduction to Odour and Receptors in the Brain
- Primary Odours, Pheromones and Behaviour
- Perfumes: Their Commercial Uses
- Physiological Respones to Essential Oils and Psychophysiology
- Alternative or Complementary Medicine
The Safety Issue in Aromatherapy
- General Guidance for Essential Oil Purchase and Storage
- Toxicity Testing in Animals
- GRAS Status/NOELs
- Poisonous Chemicals
- Toxicity in Humans
- Toxicity in Young Children: A Special Case
- Selected Toxicities of Certain Essential Oils and Their Components
- Abortifacient and Teratogenic Oils
- Antifertility Oils
- Genotoxic Oils
- Neurotoxic Oils
- Absolutes and Concretes
- Phytols
- Interactions Between Essential Oils and Conventional Medicines or Medical Conditions
- The Phenomenon of 'Quenching': True or False?
- Possible Dangers of Novel Essential Oils and Plant Extracts
- Dangerous Practices of Some Aromatherapists
- 'Safe' Essential Oils and Their Toxicity
- Possible Dangers of Using Essential Oils Internally and Externally in Large Doses
- Reporting of Adverse Effects by Aromatherapists
- Safety Warnings in the Aromatherapy Industry
- Legislation: Present and Future
Clinical Studies
- Recent Clinical Studies
- Past Clinical Studies
- Use of Essential Oils Mainly as Chemical Agents
- Single-Case Studies
- Problems Arising in Aromatherapy Studies
Introduction to the Monographs
- Angelica Oil
- Aniseed and Star Anise
- Basil Oil
- Bay Oils: Laurel and Pimenta
- Benzoin Tinctures and Resinoids
- Bergamot Oil
- Buchu Leaf Oil
- Cajuput Oil
- Camphor Oil
- Carrot Seed Oil
- Cassia Oil
- Cedarwood Oil
- Celery Seed Oil
- Chamomile German Oil
- Chamomile Roman Oil
- Cinnamon Oil
- Citronella Oil
- Clary Sage Oil
- Clove Oil
- Cornmint Oil
- Cubeb Oil
- Cypress Oil
- Elecampane Oil
- Eucalyptus Oils
- Fennel Oil
- Frankincense Oil
- Geranium Oil
- Ginger Oil
- Ho Leaf Oil
- Hyssop Oil
- Jasmine Absolute
- Juniper Oil
- Kanuka Oil
- Lavender Oil
- Lemon Balm Oil/Melissa Essential Oil
- Lemon Oil
- Lemongrass Oil
- Litsea Cubeba Oil
- Manuka Oil
- Marjoram Oil
- Myrrh Oil
- Myrtle Oil
- Neroli Oil
- Nutmeg Oil
- Orange Oil
- Palmarosa Oil
- Parsley Oil
- Patchouli Oil
- Pepper Oil
- Peppermint Oil
- Peru Balsam
- Petitgrain Oil
- Pine Oil
- Rose Oil
- Rosemary Oil
- Rosewood Oil
- Sage Oil
- Sandalwood Oil
- Savory Oil
- Spearmint Oil
- Spike Lavender Oil
- Tea Tree Oil
- Thyme Oil
- Valerian Oil
- Vanilla Tincture/Absolute
- Wintergreen Oil
- Yarrow Root Oil
- Ylang Ylang Oil
- Floral Absolutes and Essential Oils (Other Than Jasmine, Rose, Lavender, Neroli)
Index
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