The Pocket Encyclopaedia of Aromatherapy

The Pocket Encyclopaedia of Aromatherapy summarises all the information you need to use essential oils to promote physical and mental health. You will learn:
— the principles of aromatherapy,
— what essential oils are,
— how they work,
— how to use them safely.

You will be  introduced to vegetable oils and hydrolats used in aromatherapy and find guidance on mixing your own aroma products and how to care for your skin using natural ingredients.

In this book, you will find profiles for:
— 130 essential oils,
— 20 vegetable oils,
— 20 hydrolats.

EO profiles follow the same practical structure:
— Botanical origin
— Extraction method
— Key chemical constituents
— Evidence-informed uses
— Traditional applications
— Safety information
— Quick Reference

In addition to basic information you will gain useful insight into
— methods of application,
— the types of ailments essential oils can address,
— how to get started building your own essential oil toolkit.

Filled with handy references and tips, this comprehensive guide is essential for anyone looking to discover and explore the powerful potential of aromatherapy – and especially for those who want not only to use essential oils but also to understand them. 

Whether you're
— an aromatherapist
— a student
— a natural skincare formulator
— a herbal practitioner
— or simply passionate about aromatherapy,
this book was written to become a reference you return to again and again.

About the author Marie Noe:

— From 2003 to 2005 she studied at the Czech Institute of Aromatherapy. 
— From 2008 to 2018, she was engaged in aromatherapy practice. In recent years, she has focused mainly on education, training, and consulting.
— She is a member of the Expert Advisory Group of OSČA (the Professional Society of Czech Aromatherapy).
— Since 1997, she has been the owner of a small independent publishing house, where she mainly translates titles for the aromatherapy community and has also published her own book, Aromatherapy in Your Pocket (2014; 2023 – revised edition).

456 pages, 150x150 mm, hardback, illustrations, ISBN 978-80-86356-69-3, year of publication 2025