The Book of Massage and Aromatherapy

The Book of Massage and Aromatherapy
Author: Nitya Lacroix
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Aromatherapy
ISBN: 9780754809876

Massage with essential oils is one of the oldest and most pleasureable ways to combat aches, strains and minor ailments as well as improve circulation and enhance emotional state of mind. In this book fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions provide a comprehensive program for learning the basic techniques of massage and the application of essential oils.

Aromatherapy for Massage Practitioners

Aromatherapy for Massage Practitioners
Author: Ingrid Martin
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2007
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780781753456

This book is a complete guide for massage therapists interested in adding aromatherapy to their practice. It addresses practical concerns such as pricing sessions to account for the cost of oils, proper dilutions, sending products home with clients, and effective formulations for specific ailments. Case studies present specific ailments in clinical scenarios, with proper aromatherapy and massage treatments. Recipe Boxes provide directions for blending essential oils. Activity boxes develop readers' decision-making skills. Essential oil monographs discuss the history, traditional uses, safety considerations, and most effective use in massage therapy of 50 individual essential oils. Review questions appear in every chapter.

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy Massage
Author: Margie Hare
Publisher: Penton Overseas, Inc
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2004
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781741216356

Aromatherapy is a healing therapy based on the use of pure essential oils for physical and emotional health and wellbeing. These all-natural oils have a powerful therapeutic affect but can also relieve stress and anxiety, bring balance and harmony, delight the senses and lift the spirits. Essential oils, derived from the flowers, leaves and other parts of plants, are highly concentrated and it is important to understand when and how to use them. Aromtherapist Margie Hare explains how the oils are derived, how to blend and use them and which oils to use as natural remedies for many common ailments. Aromatherapy Massage is especially beneficial. It can be stimulating or relaxing depending on the oils used and the technique applied. Both the book and the DVD feature aromatherapist Margie Hare's excellent step-by-step guide to the art of massage with essential oils. The massage techniques are fully illustrated, practical and easy to follow. Book jacket.

Aromatherapy and Massage for Mother and Baby

Aromatherapy and Massage for Mother and Baby
Author: Allison England
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 162
Release: 1999
Genre: Aromatherapy
ISBN: 0091822750

This newly revised edition provides the reader with expert advice on using essential oils in massage, baths, compresses, lotions, and inhalations. Special sections give complete instructions for using massage to ease the discomforts of pregnancy and relieve the pain of labor and birth, as well as to soothe and comfort restless babies and facilitate the bonding of mother and child.

Clare Maxwell-Hudson's Aromatherapy Massage

Clare Maxwell-Hudson's Aromatherapy Massage
Author: Clare Maxwell-Hudson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1994
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781564586421

Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of photographs, this hands-on guide for mastering a soothing touch outlines therapeutic uses of essential oils, with step-by-step massage techniques and a list of suppliers, to provide readers with detailed advice towards understanding the benefits of aromatherapy. 225 full-color photographs.

The Aromatherapy Massage A Guide to Facial Massage

The Aromatherapy Massage A Guide to Facial Massage
Author: Francine Milford, BS, LMT, CTN
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2018-08-23
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0359043593

The Aromatherapy Massage: A Guide to Facial Massage manual covers the history of aromatherapy throughout the centuries including ancient uses to modern day findings. The manual covers plant botany, oil chemistry, systems of the body, an entire section on carrier oils and essential oils, along with dilution and blending methods. Also covered in this manual is how therapists can use face reading techniques to discover the health of their clients, along with a a Qi Facial massage. Finishing the book is step-by-step pictures of how to perform your own Aromatherapy Facial Massage session.

The Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Massage and Yoga

The Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Massage and Yoga
Author: Carole McGilvery
Publisher: Hermes House
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1998-01-01
Genre: Aromatherapy
ISBN: 9781901289220

This authoritative guide to natural health-promoting techniques brings together the very best of traditional therapies for well-being, vitality and relaxation, with detailed step-by-step instructions from leading experts. The first section, "Aromatherapy", offers a full course in this ancient art of using the potent powers of essential oils in massage, baths and other treatments. Photographs and clear, instructive text explain how the deliciously scented essences of lavender, rose, ylang ylang and others can treat common ailments, lift the spirits and promote physical and emotional well-being. A short introduction to Shiatsu massage precedes the "Massage" section which covers whole body massage, massage for babies, sports massage and sensual massage. The last section, "Yoga", provides a ten-week course for home practice based on the renowned Iyenagar method. Photographs and instructions teach 41 postures (asanas), while describing the benefits of each position. -- A comprehensive illustrated guide to three increasingly popular alternative health therapies -- Includes over 700 step-by-step photographs -- Sections on Shiatsu and reflexology teach the benefits of these ancient techniques -- Offers a ten-week Yoga program to develop a fit and supple body and improve your health