This new edition of Basic Chemistry for Safe Aromatherapy provides access to the fundamental theoretical aspects of chemistry and their application in the safe practice of aromatherapy. For readers with a limited scientific background, this book provides clear and written evidence of basic information in chemistry. For practitioners, the book applies chemistry to the practical and therapeutic use of essential oils and leads to a better understanding of properties, properties and technical data on essential oils. Takes fear and mystery of chemistry for aromatherapy students! Provides critical information in a clear and indigestible form, highlighting the main points along allowing the treatment of aromatherapy oils to exercise a greater degree of confidence, safety and skill, and extending their practice through a clearer understanding of the chemical properties of essential oils.

The scope of what is taught in the major aromatherapy centers covers the materials to ensure that each chapter provides the reader with a broad understanding of the subject covered. A glossary is included for easy reference.

Fully updated throughout Chapter 5, updated technologies Completely updated Chapter 6 Updated oil profiles to include those used in current training A new section entitled "In Perspectives" includes risks and benefits, interpretation of clinical trials and experimental data, use of essential oils in aromatherapy and functional groups in Relating to therapeutic properties