Aromatherapy E-Journal

The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy 2008.3

2008.3 NAHA E-Journal

About NAHA: Board of Directors: Aromatherapy Journal President: Michele A. Miller-Clarke

Vice President: Kelly Holland-Azzaro

Public Relations: Deborah Halvorson

Dirtector Coordinator (Director Liason to the Board of Directors): Shellie Enteen

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Notes from the Board: President, Vice President, Director Coordinator

Khalid M. Al Aboud: Synthetic Perfumes in Dermatology

Farida Irani: Tumeric

Dennis Willmont: Ylang ylang

Dr. Geetanjali Renade: Rose

KG Stiles: Essential oils to Balance the Five Elements: Earth Element

David Crow: Vetiver

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Greetings from the President Kelly Holland Azzaro Communication Styles-walk your talk or better yet, save on gas, time and money!

Another fun, going-green option is offering online classes, workshops and courses. I personally have tested the waters with offering my first online course and I have to say I love it! It offers me a way to reach students from Florida and even Canada. I really enjoy this option and I was able to mail the students their essential oil testers to use during online classes. It‟s true that they have expressed interest Photo By Todd Bush in getting together in person for future classes, but in the meantime we are building a strong founda- tion in their studies.

Tele-seminars, online courses and web-inars is the wave of the future in regards to opening another level of communication via the internet and one that eliminates the added expense of travel, gas, time, missed work and packing bags. Many businesses and individuals are offering free tele-classes and online courses as a way to reach many people all over the world. It‟s an amazing tool for expanding your education network and to meet new people. Still, with Aromatherapy, nothing can replace the in-class style of teach- ing and that allows for experiencing the wide array of scent the each essential oil has to offer. Meeting people in person and enjoying making new friends and business contacts is also a benefit that many seek out by way of group events, classes and seminars.

I have had the most wonderful opportunity during my years as volunteer for NAHA as a board member to have international and national communications with fellow Aromatherapists through email. And even those I have not met in person feel like been lifetime friends. The bridges that have been built and the immense amount of shared communication and educational awareness would not have occurred during a class or attending an event. This type of quality sharing will always be cherished and honored.

Much of the data shared has been posted to the NAHA website so that the membership and general public has access to the vast knowledge shared by such generous educators and fellow professionals. Check the NAHA website monthly for continued updates to the Aromatherapy sections and check the Announcement section for membership and book specials. If you would like to contribute to the NAHA website or submit an article, research, personal story or aromatic poem for the Journal, please visit the NAHA Writers Guidelines http://www.naha.org/writers.htm for more details. This is an avenue to contribute and share with others. It‟s another way to walk your talk!

Aromas that support opening, removing blockages and bringing balance in communication between body-mind-spirit: A Basic First Aid Kit for the Soul.

Frankincense (Boswellia carteri): used in many ancient traditions in the form of incense for purification, cleansing and meditation. Many find this essential oil useful when working with people who are dealing with grief, despair and sadness. Inhaling a drop or two allows one to find a space of calm and the possibility of being „open‟ to expressing blocked emotions. In Tradi- tional Chinese Medicine Theory, grief belongs to the lung meridian; despair and sadness the Heart Meridian. Allowing the heart to heal from long time grieving helps the body can „communicate‟ with the emotions and then the emotions can communicate with spirit.

Rose (Rosa damascena): The flower that symbolizes love and joy. Inhale a drop of rose oil and allow joy to enter the heart once again.

Lemon (Citrus limon): Inhale this fresh tangy and tart aroma and you can‟t help but be transported to a clear state of mind. Who wouldn‟t want increased alertness, focused energy and clear thought?

In TCM theory, lemon is a wonderful cleanser for the Liver Meridian or for Liver Qi Stagnation. This type of blockage can manifest in the emotional imbalance of anger, impatience and frustration often translating into the physical body sensation of poor sleep with 4

Greetings from the President nightmares, headaches, indigestion and hormonal imbalance. Start you day with a cup of room temperature distilled water and fresh squeezed lemon juice. You‟ll perk up your taste buds, start the digestive process and allow your body to communicate to your mind that it‟s time to start a fresh new day!

Peppermint (Mentha piperita): Ah the great tummy oil. Nausea, travel sickness and dizziness can be experienced when the body is not communicating with what the internal eye perceives. You may have experienced this during a car ride when the driver is fine, yet the passenger is rolling down the window trying to cool off or, worse, vomiting. Travel by boat or plane for some can be even worse. Just the thought of it makes me queasy. Bring on the peppermint! If you did not pack your travel bag with essential oils try using a breath mint or having a cup of peppermint tea soothing to the stomach and the weary traveler. Peppermint tea in the mornings with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice makes a perfect mix for getting the stomach/spleen meridian Qi flowing!

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): The great angelic oil of all oils. One of the most popular and widely used oils, Lavender is truly one essential oil you don‟t want to be without. The aroma can soothe, comfort and energize with just a single inhalation of one drop. Lavender will sooth a tired body, bring comfort at the end of a long day and even help with a little grounded energy boost when kidney meridian energetics are on overdrive from chronic anxiety, fear and tension. Calling all angels to the rescue, Lavender is sure to help during times of apprehension, when feeling overwhelmed or uncertain. A few drops in a warm bath or foot soak is a simple and easy way to send a message to your body to relax, breathe and let go. Used in an aromatic massage to lower back, feet and ankles Laven- der brings a sure way to balance this meridian channel allowing for courage and acceptance to conquer fear and burnout of body, mind and spirit.

So there you have it: a basic and simple kit with essential oils of Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint and Rose. These five oils are easy to use for balance of body-mind and spirit. Wonderful communication by aromas is just a whiff away!

Speaking of Important Communications and Walking your Talk: Please be sure to check out the information put forth by Donna Maria Coles Johnson of Indie Beauty Network http://www.indiebeautynetwork.com/media where you will find updates about the Coalition‟s efforts in supporting the small business owners that make, sell and purchase natural ingredients for their natural product businesses. The FDA Globalization Act Petition documents and blog are also posted to their website.

Please take the time to check out this important information and share it with others. I agree with Shellie's update and ask that you be a part of the flow of communication and support for protecting our rights as small business owners and creators of wonderful natural products.

Greetings from the President

SHELLIE ENTEEN

Greetings,

There is a new administration coming to Washington and that gives some of us great hope, but while this could be a welcome time for the US to regain strength and restore the security of the common man, there are still plans afoot to remove the viability of owning a small cosmetic business and other moves to take our precious essential oils from us by „proving‟ them unsafe. We can choose to bury our heads and allow things to take their course or we can choose to stand up and be counted. As we have recently seen, stand- ing up has success, so I hope that all of us in the Aromatherapy community in the US and abroad will rally to the call of those who are working to insure that our aromatic rights are safe and our access to essential oils remains unhindered.

In my personal opinion, one of these heroes is Tony Burfield and his agency Crop Watch. If you haven‟t already seen his newsletters, I heartily recommend that you subscribe and more than this, I hope you will choose to support Tony in his work by making a contribu- tion. Find him here: www.cropwatch.org. Tony is a regular contributor to the Safety section on our website and is a wonderful re- source for questions. He has a wealth of information that we may benefit from and his newsletter is a great way to stay in touch with breaking news.

Another is Donna Maria Coles Johnson, a longstanding NAHA member, owner of Handmade Toiletries Network and a lawyer in Washington, DC. Donna contacted NAHA recently to say that The Indie Beauty Network is fighting draft legislation pending in the House Energy & Commerce Committee that would impose fees of up to $12,000 on cosmetics manufacturers. This could force the small cosmetic business owner out of business. She has devoted her energy to lobby against this and invites everyone who would be affected by the fees to join the Micro Cosmetic Companies Coalition in their efforts to stand up to this threat. Find out more here: http://www.indiebeautynetwork.com/media/ .

With Board permission, I have written to the NAHA Directors and asked them to distribute the information widely and I hope that they have done this. I hope you will, too. But please understand that the opinion and plea I express in this letter is not an official NAHA position, but my own desire for our community wake up and take action before it‟s too late. Sounds dramatic, but the reality is that our aromatic way of life is being threatened. It is heartening to me to see people come forward to stand up for us and for the plants themselves. I hope you will be one of them!

Blessings, Shellie

Author: Khalid M. Al Aboud, MD1, Nipun Jain MD2, V.Ramesh , MD3, HISTORY Perfume was first used by Egyptians in religious rituals by the burning of incense accounting for its Latin derivation, "per fumum" meaning through smoke. . Perfumed oils, balms and ointments were also applied to the skin for either cosmetic or medicinal purposes. The world's first perfume maker is considered to be a person named Tapputi, mentioned in a cuneiform tablet from the second millennium BC in Mesopotamia.[1] . During the Old and Middle Kingdoms, perfumes were reserved exclusively for religious rituals such as cleansing ceremonies. Then during the New Kingdom (1580-1085 BC) they were used during festivals and Egyptian women also used perfumed creams and oils as toiletries and cosmetics and as preludes to love-making. The use of perfume then spread to Greece, Rome, and the Islamic world. Ancient Indians have also mentioned elaborately the various fragrant pastes to be used during different seasons of the year to maintain a general well being 2 In seventeenth century, the use of perfume in France grew steadily and perfumed gloves became popular. The court of Louis XV was even named "the perfumed court" due to the scents which were applied daily to the skin and also to clothing, fans and furniture.

The eighteenth century saw a revolutionary advance in perfumery with the invention of eau de Cologne, a blend of rosemary, neroli, bergamot and lemon used in different ways: diluted in bath water, mixed with wine, eaten on a sugar lump, as a mouthwash, an enema or an ingredient for a poultice, and so on. The fine art of making perfumes may have developed in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt but was developed further, refined and made famous by the Romans and the Arabs.

Recently, archaeologists have uncovered perfumes which are believed to be the world's oldest perfumes in Pyrgos, Cyprus. The perfumes date back more than 4,000 years.[3] In ancient times people used herbs and spices, like almond, coriander, myrtle, conifer resin, bergamot, but not flowers.[4]

SOURCE OF PERFUMES Perfumes have been obtained from diverse sources such as animals which include musk, honeycomb, civet, ambergris and castoreum; various parts of plants; and synthetic sources like coal tar, petroleum distillates and pine resins. The type of perfume can be in the form of smoke by burning sandal wood and other trees, or the same wood can be used as an unctuous preparation as preferred by many Arabs and Indians, or in a spray form. CONCENTRATON OF PERFUMES Perfume oil is diluted with solvents like ethanol or a mixture of ethanol and water or jojoba, fractionated coconut oil or wax to avoid allergic reactions when applied.. The concentration by percent/volume of perfume oil is as follows:

Perfume extract (Extract): 20%-40% (IFRA: typical 25%) aromatic compounds Eau de Parfum (EdP): 10-30% (typical ~15%) aromatic compounds Eau de Toilette (EdT): 5-20% (typical ~10%) aromatic compounds Eau de Cologne (EdC): 2-5% aromatic compounds As the percentage of aromatic compounds increases, so does the intensity and longevity of the scent created. Therefore, although the oil concentration of a perfume in Eau de Parfum (EdP) dilution will necessarily be higher than the same perfume in Eau de Toilette (EdT) .

Health Issues Perfumes have numerous positive effects on the social and health life of any individual. However synthetic chemical constituents, not typically used in alternative medicines as a part of aromatherapy, can cause health problems. Since the mode of use of perfumes can be varied from something being applied to some being inhaled during spraying, a range of side-effects have been described. Allergic reactions Some fragrances can cause asthmatic reactions even when the participants could not actually smell the fragrances[5] . For instance, acetophenone, ethyl acetate and acetone while present in many perfumes, are also known or potential respiratory allergens. It is also true that sometimes inhalation alone can cause skin irritation[6]. Many fragrance ingredients can cause allergic skin reactions like allergic/ irritant contact and photocontact dermatitis.[6].Photoallergic contact dermatitis due to 6-methyl coumarin in musk perfumes.(7- 8) Pigmentary contact dermatitis is a distinctive pattern of dermatitis in far east due to perfumes. (9)

Endocrine dysfunction There is scientific evidence that some common ingredients, like certain synthetic musks, can disrupt the balance of hormones in the human body (endocrine disruption)[10] [11]

Carcinogenesis especially in the case of the ubiquitous synthetic polycyclic molecules, assigned to the musk odor group). (12-13) Atopic dermatitis Fabric softeners and fragrances added during washing of clothes may exacerbate atopic dermatitis.

Ophthalmic Use of spray perfumes may cause eye allergies and other complications when directly sprayed.

Adulteration Lead has been used in some smoky and oily perfumes to increase their weight. Lead poisoning can occur

Intoxication Cologne is used in many houses and restaurants has been banned in supermarkets in Saudi Arabia as it was consumed by some teenagers in place of alcoholic beverages which is banned by Islamic law in the country.

The perfume industry is not directly regulated for safety by the FDA in the US. Instead the FDA regulates the ingredients in the perfumes themselves and require that they be tested to the extent that they are Generally recognized as safe (GRAS). Protection of trade secrets prevents the listing of ingredients that might or might not be hazardous in perfumes. In Europe, the mandatory listing of any of a number of chemicals thought to be hazardous has just begun. Nevertheless these listing may themselves be misleading, since the harm presented by many of these chemicals (either natural or synthetic) are dependent on environmental conditions. For instance, linalool, which must be listed as an irritant, only causes skin irritation when it degrades to peroxides, and the use of antioxidants in perfumes could prevent this. European versions of some old favorite perfumes, like chypres and fougeres, which require the use of oakmoss extract, are being reformulated because of these new regulations.

REFERENCES 1. Strathern, Paul (2000). Mendeleyev's Dream - The Quest For the Elements. New York: Berkley Books. ISBN 0425184676. 2. Sharma PV. Charaka Samhita, Chaukhambha, Varanasi, India,1983, pp.44-46 (new addition with reference) 3. 4,000-Year-Old Perfumes Found P&F.com news march 23 2007 4. Fox News: Ancient Perfumes Recreated, Put on Display in Rome 5. Kumar P, Caradonna-Graham VM, Gupta S, Cai X, Rao PN, Thompson J. Inhalation challenge effects of perfume scent strips in patients with asthmaAnn Allergy Asthma Immunol. 1995 Nov;75(5):429-33 6. Frosch PJ, Rastogi SC, Pirker C, Brinkmeier T, Andersen KE, Bruze M, Svedman C, Goossens A, White IR, Uter W, Arnau EG, Lepoittevin JP, Johansen JD, Menne T. Patch testing with a new fragrance mix - reactivity to the individual constituents and chemical detection in relevant cosmetic products. Contact Dermatitis. 2005 Apr;52(4):216-25. 7.Rangi GJ,Storrs FJ,Larsen WG.Photoallergic contact dermatitis.Contact dermatitis 1979;5:251-60 8.Wojnarowska F,Calnan CD. Contact and photocontact allergy to musk ambrette. Br J D.1986;114:667-75 9.Nakayama H, Harada R, Roda M. Pigmented cosmetic dermatitis .Int J D 1976;15:673-5 10. Schreurs RH, Legler J, Artola-Garicano E, Sinnige TL, Lanser PH, Seinen W, Van der Burg B. In vitro and in vivo antiestrogenic effects of polycyclic musks in zebrafish.Environ Sci Technol. 2004 Feb 15;38(4):997-1002 11. Schreurs RH, Sonneveld E, Jansen JH, Seinen W, van der Burg B. Interaction of polycyclic musks and UV filters with the estrogen receptor (ER), androgen receptor (AR), and progesterone receptor (PR) in reporter gene bioassays. Toxicol Sci. 2005 Feb;83(2):264-72. Epub 2004 Nov 10 12. Apostolidis S, Chandra T, Demirhan I, Cinatl J, Doerr HW, Chandra A. Evaluation of carcinogenic potential of two nitro-musk derivatives, musk xylene and musk tibetene in a host-mediated in vivo/in vitro assay system. Anticancer Res. 2002 Sep-Oct;22(5):2657-62 13. Schmeiser HH, Gminski R, Mersch-Sundermann V. Evaluation of health risks caused by musk ketone. Int J Hyg Environ Health. 2001 May;203(4):293-9

Contact Information: Dermatology Department, King Faisal Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia1, Safdarjang Hospital & VM Medical College2 and Balaji Action Medical Institute 3, New Delhi, India. Address for correspondence, Khalid Al Aboud, M.D, P.O Box 5440 Makkah, Saudi Arabia, Tel 00966 2 5566411, Fax 00966 2 5563523/5574350, E-mail [email protected]

======COMMON NAME: TURMERIC SANSKRIT/HINDI NAME: Haridra/Haldi BOTANICAL NAME: Curcuma Longa FAMILY: Scitaminaceae, Zingiberaceae ======COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India Author: Farida Irani PART OF PLANT USED: Tubers and Rhizomes COLOUR: Yellow ODOUR/TASTE: Pungent, Bitter, Astringent DOSHA EFFECT: Pacifies Vata and Kapha ======

HISTORY: Turmeric is a very powerful antiseptic and is used extensively in Ayurveda medicine, for beauty, skin and also Indian cooking. It is used in cosmetic for oily skin and to cleanse and detoxify. In India a full body mask is applied on a bride before the marriage ceremony made up of Indian Chick Pea (very therapeutic) flour, Turmeric (haldi) and Sandalwood paste. The paste is used over the en- tire body and there is a special Pre - nuptial ceremony called the Haldi ceremony and the bride is made to sit with this mask on until it dries. She is then given a bath and the skin literally glows after this treatment and the texture is silky soft. We prepare a similar pack using a couple of drops of essential oils instead of the herb powders and the results are astounding. One can also use this in a clay mask. For this purpose the best oil to use is the Curcuma Aromatica (details given below) or the wild turmeric which does not give the strong yellow colour to the skin.

Turmeric Oil is a thick yellow viscose oil. Curry powder owes its aromatic taste and smell to this oil. Its powder is sprinkled on ulcers to stimulate them to healthy action. In Ayurveda for shingles, a thick layer of mustard oil is first smeared on the affected part and then dusted on with Turmeric powder. Healing takes place within 3-4 days. My Ayurveda Prof Dr P H Kulkarni always talks of how they managed to save a young lady‟s leg in Adelaide, with an incurable cancerous ulcer. There was talk of amputation by the medical professionals. Poultices of turmeric powder were applied regularly for approximately six months. calls it “ the well wisher of Women “ as according to Ayurveda it can penetrate through the minute of channels and open up blockages.

Turmeric is also used for small pox and chicken pox. It has an energising affect on the immune system and is being used to assist in some treatments of AIDS. It is a favourite with the food flavouring industry because of its bright yellow colour. It works as a blood thinner, purifier and helps to also coagulate blood. If someone has had a fall or an accident in India the person is made to immediately have Turmeric powder (1/2 a teaspoon) with sugar as it helps to dissolve any blood clots or prevent internal bleeding. It helps to coagulate the blood in bleeding occurring through an injury and therefore is valuable to have as part of your first aid kit. For a sore throat it is a common household remedy to ingest a little turmeric in warm milk with a little sugar. We have had a lot of success with different disorders and Turmeric as can be seen in a couple of case studies given below.

An article was given on Turmeric in the Readers Digest recently and a friend sent a copy to me. It says, “That a compound which makes curries yellow could help inhibit skin cancer. US researchers have found that curcumin, the pungent yellow pigment found in turmeric and curry powder, stops laboratory strains of melanoma from proliferating. The University of Texas researchers added curcumin to lab grown melanoma cells to see if the spice could stop the cells from surviving and reproducing. The more curcumin they added to the melanoma, the more cells d ied. The researchers believe that the curcumin could shut down a powerful protein that promotes an abnormal inflammatory response, which is believed to cause a variety of disorders, including arthritis and cancer. Human trials to test the ability of curcumin capsules to retard the growth of pancreatic cancer and multiple myeloma are underway and another trial into its effects on breast cancer is planned.” No wonder at one stage the US wanted to patent this amazing herb! Chemical Constituents: Turmerol, Phellandrene, Sabinene, Cineol, Borneol, Sesquiterpene, Zingiberene.

“The yellow pigmented fraction contains the curcumins belonging to the dicinnamoyl methane group. Anti-inflammatory activity of the active princi-

© Copyright 2008 NAHA All rights reserved TUMERIC ple curcumin was similar to cortisone and phenylbutazone in carrageenin induced oedema in rats with an equivalent dose. Stabilising effect on lysosomal membranes also has been reported. Application of Turmeric powder over septic as well as aseptic wounds in rats and rabbits ac- celerated the process of healing to the extent of 23%-24% in both the cases. Hepatoprotective effect of 50% ethanol extract of curcuma longa was shown in CCL induced liver lesions in mice and in primary cultured rat hepatocytes.‟ (Selected Medicinal Plants of India: Chemexcil: 1992) Using just Turmeric oil also helps in wound healing as experienced by us several times. Therapeutic Value: Body: antibacterial, poor circulation, anaemia, stimulant, tonic, carminative cough, anthelmintic, diabetes (helps stabilise blood sugar) re- moves liver obstruction, dropsy, Jaundice, amenorrhoea, arthritis, ulcers, anti-inflammatory, blood purifier, all auto immune diseases, aids. Skin: antiseptic, ringworms, itching, eczema, parasitic skin diseases (excellent results when combined with Neem), wounds, bruises, heating, moisturising, cleanser, detoxifier, oily skin. Mind / emotions: grounding, confusion, anxiety.

We also have another variety of turmeric called wild turmeric or Curcuma Aromatica. In sanskrit it is called Vanaharidra/ Jungli Haldi/Ambe Haldi It has similar uses to that of Curcuma Longa. It is ideal to use in skin masks, blends, facial and moisturiser blends as it does not have the intense yellow colour like Curcum Longa and therefore does not stain clothes or skin! It is highly effective in assisting in respiratory disorders. It is useful in snake bites and as an application to sprains and bruises. Therapeutically it is similar to Curcuma Longa especially in skin and respiratory disorders. We use the Wild turmeric in a lot of facial blends as it is great for the skin balances the sebaceous glands and gives a glow to the complexion without turning it yellow. It is also excellent for blemishes and acne.

Chemical Constituents: similar to Curcuma Longa but has more Terpenes in it. The rhizomes are a pale yellow colour, have an agreeable fragrance and the fresh root has a camphoraceous odour.

Case studies: An 85 year old gentleman had Squamus Cell Carcinoma (SCC), a skin cancer on the lobe of the ear.

The following Oils were used on the SCC: In base oil of Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) infused in Sesame Carrier Oil 20 mls.

Neem (Azadirachta Indica) 5mls Turmeric (Curcuma longa) 5 drops Tee Tree(Melaleuca Alternifolia) 3 drops Sandalwood (Santalum album) 4 drops Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum) 3 drops

After using the oils twice daily for two months, the pain stopped and the SCC reduced from the size of a 20cent coin to the size of a 5 cent coin. He was also taking natural alternative medication and vitamins. I had to go overseas, so the client ordered local Neem. It grew again. He was admitted to hospital and the hard tissue was removed surgically. The oil could then penetrate better. After three months of treatment, there was no sign of the SCC and there was no damage, not even scarring. It did not appear again. This has been documented by the gentleman himself. After treatment, he kept applying the blends as a preventative precaution and it gave him great relief from itching skin and sores on the rest of the body.

The same man was given oils for his recurrent urinary tract infection due to catheterisation. The oils used were:-

In Base oil of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) (infused in sesame) 20mls Cold pressed Neem (Azadirachta indica) 5mls Drops of essential oils used: Turmeric (Curcuma longa) 5 drops Himalayan Cedarwood (Cedrus deodara) 2drops Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) 2drops 10

Sandalwood (Sanatalum album) 3 drops Tulasi: (Holy basil)(Ocimum sanctum) 2 drops Ajowan (Trachyspermum Ammi) 2 drops

The oils were applied on lower back and lower abdomen and he used to get a lot of relief. Also I made a special blend as follows for the penis as the catheter used to tear his skin. This was extremely beneficial. Base oils of Ashwangandha 5 mls and Brahmi (Bacopa Mniera) 5 mls were used with 4 drops of Turmeric and 4 drops of Gulheena (infused in sandalwood). This helped in healing the skin very effectively.

Another case study was of a man who was an engineer and had an accident. His thumb was squashed flat by some machinery. He had to have microsurgery on his thumb and came to me the next day in a lot of pain. I worked on him energetically and he said the pain dissipated. I gave him a blend to apply once the dressings were taken off. The doctors had said that the surgery was done for cosmetic reasons and the chances of getting his sensation and feelings back a hundred percent were not so good.

The blend was made of Ashwagandha 20 mls, Neem 5mls, Turmeric (6 drops), Gul Heena (infused in sandalwood)(Lawsonia Alba) (4 drops), Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli) (5 drops). He applied the blends religiously morning, afternoon and night.

Not only did the thumb grow back beautifully, his sensation, feeling and movement were intact and just a tiny portion of his skin felt numb near his nail. The nail which was totally gone, grew back normally.

In chicken pox a blend with Base oil of Brahmi (Bacopa Moniera) 10 mls with Neem 10 mls and essential oils of turmeric 6 drops, Gul heena(infused in sandalwood) 5 drops and Kewda (Pandanus odoratissimus) (infused in sandalwood) 3 drops has excellent results. I always have mothers coming to my clinic for their children as by word of mouth they know that I have used this blend with success. (You would reduce the dosage for children under 7 to half the drops of essential oils)

These rare and unique Ayurveda aromatherapy oils can easily be blended with our common Aromatherapy oils and you can get some profound results. In Ayurveda, the Indian science of medicine, it is stated by the ancient Rishis and Vaidyas(Physicians) that it is not just the chemistry or properties of the plant or the standard tastes but the “PRABHAV” which is the special energetic glow or effect that makes the plant have unusual therapeutic qualities! Oils especially have a Pranic energy field of their own! We, the practitioners have seen that happening time and time again. The proof is in the pudding!

“A flower is the smile of God. Its fragrance is his hidden presence!” -Paramahansa Yogananda

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Farida Irani is a Holistic Health Practitioner, Ayurveda Practitioner, Clinical Aroma Therapist and Bowen Therapy Instructor at Subtle Energies in Sydney. She has pioneered the art of Ayurveda Aromatherapy and is the author of “ The Magic of Ayurveda Aromatherapy” which is her work and research in detail on these rare and unique oils including chapters on Universal Healing Sciences. She runs courses in Ayurveda aromatherapy throughout Australia and has also taught in Canada and New Zealand. She has established the Bowen technique in India where she does voluntary works as well.

Her Diploma of Ayurveda Aromatherapy is now Government accredited and is the first of its kind. Her courses are approved for ongoing professional development program by the IFA and the ATMS. Farida can be contacted on 02 9894 8979 or [email protected]

This is the intellectual property of Subtle Energies and we give permission to NAHA to hereby publish this article.

Introducing Subtle Energies

Pioneers in Ayurveda Aromatherapy, Subtle Energies has been providing Natural Therapies & Products since 1993. Subtle Energies are renowned globally for their ability to provide a service of high quality in their treatments, courses and products. Every aspect of Subtle Energies focuses on creating a sense of balance and wellbeing in Mind body & Soul.

Subtle Energies was founded in Sydney, Australia by Farida Irani.

Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata genuina) Contents Monoterpene Hydrocarbons: pinene; Monoterpene Alcohols: (-)-linalöl (up to 55%), farnesol, geraniol; Ses- quiterpene Hydrocarbons: α-farnesene; Phenols: p-cresol, eugenol, isoeugenol; Esters: benzyl acetate, geranyl acetate (more than 5%), benzyl acetate (10%), benzyl benzoate, linalyl acetate. The primarily sedative property of the Monoterpene Alcohols, Ylang Ylang‟s primary ingredient, accounts for its major action in Calming the Heart and Clearing Heart Fire, which in turn helps to Tonify the Reproductive Qi especially in psycho-emotionally related situations. Properties

Cool and Moist. Functions Increases the Guardian Qi; Prevents Fever; Fights Infection: for malaria, typhus, infections of the intestinal tract. Rectifies the Scalp: hair loss. Calms the Heart; Clears Heart Fire: nervous tension, palpitations, hypertension, tachycardia; restless agitation, insomnia, epilepsy (especially just before the onset of the seizure); diabetes. Tonifies Reproductive Qi: impotence and frigidity, lack of pleasure and joy, imbalance between the male and female. Five Phase Association

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Chakra Association Four primarily, but also Two, due to its secondary association with Normalizing Sexual Expression; and Three due to its association with the Inception of the Heart Spirit. Discussion Ylang Ylang Extra is the highest of as many as five grades of Ylang Ylang. It is the first extraction and therefore most concentrated. It contains the most volatile top note constituents so that the benefits of Ylang Ylang may be achieved faster and by using less oil. Precautions

Dennis Willmont has been practicing acupuncture, and Taijiquan, and Dao- ist meditation since 1971. He has published numerous articles in academic journals on acupuncture and natural healing and has published four books on these topics, which can be found on his website, www.willmountain.com

Dr. Geetanjali Ranade

Amongst all the scents used in perfumery Rose is one of the oldest and best known. Dr. Geetanjali Ranade Ancient reference of rose distillation is found in books by Charak and Susruta (Ayurveda sanhita). Mogul emperor Jahangir filled canals of his Palace Garden with distilled rose water. The oil, which was found to float over it, was collected and named as „Itr-e- Jahangiri‟. This oil was nothing but the rose oil.

Legends about rose: Some say that rose was created from a drop of sweat falling from the brow of Mohammad. Some say, it was due to Bacchus. He fell is love with a beautiful nymph and to appreciate her beauty, covered a thorny bush with red perfumed flowers, we now call Rose. Cupid said to have given the God of silence a rose to bribe him, not to reveal the amours of venus. The rose then became the emblem of silence.

Cleopetra was bathing in Rose water and used absolute Rose to seduce her lover Antony. Lord Krishna's favorite was Rose. Hindus wash and clean their alter of Gods with Rose water. Roman ban- quets were decorated with Roses. When Alexander the Great came to India, He fell in love with beautiful gardens of India, nicely decorated with various kind of fragrant Roses.

Rose species: There are more than 5000 varieties of roses, known to botanists. Only few of them are fragrant and the fragrance varies according to the plant variety. Most of the fragrant roses are hybrids and the fragrance, referred by perfumers as ROSE is found exclusively in the roses belonging to the group „cetifolia‟ of family “Roseaceae”. Out of these only three are commercially exploited for the production of oil.

Rosa damascena: Also known as „Pink Damask Rose‟. Found in wild in Syria, Morocco, and Andalusia. This variety contains relatively high amount of volatile oil. The oil required for perfumery is obtained from Rose cultivated in Bulgaria and Turkey. The volatile oil obtained is light yellow, slightly greenish and is semisolid at room temperature. Odour is powerful and is characteristic of fresh roses. Flavour is sweet, strong and honey like. Damascena rose absolute is orange yellow, orange reddish or slightly olive yel lowish viscous fluid with extremely rich, warm, spicy floral deep rose odour, with honey undertone.

Rosa alba: Also known as „white cottage rose‟. This contains much less volatile oil and is of inferior quality compared to damask rose. This variety is resistant to unfavourable climatic conditions and hence is preferred by farmers. It is also grown in Bulgaria.

Rosa centifolia (L): Also known as „Light Pink Cabbage Rose‟. This variety is grown exclusively in the Grasse region of southern France. It is also grown in Morocco and there it is also referred to as „Rose de mai‟. It is difficult to distill oil from this variety using steam distillation. Hence solvent extraction is used to prepare concrete and absolutes from this rose. This variety appears to be related to Rosa damascena. “Rose de mai‟ is orange yellow to orange brown viscous liquid, with rich sweet honey like tenacious odour.

Rose plantation: Soil in which rose thrive best is clayey, rich in humus, slightly sandy containing traces of ferrous salts. The soil should be slightly moist, not too dry. Hill slope at the altitude of 2500 –3250 feet are very much suitable for the growth of rose plant. The plant should be well protected against cold winds as well as hot winds. Climate should be humid. New fields are started in fall. The first harvest can be obtained in third year after planting. Normal harvest is obtained after five years.

Harvesting: Rose begins to bloom in the second week of May and lasts for 3 to 4 weeks. Harvesting begins as soon as flowers open. They are collected by hands; nipped off just below the calyx. Usually plucking starts at day break and continuew till 8 –9 am.

Perfumery and flavour application of Rose oils:

Rose oil adds beauty and depth to the odour blend. When solubility in dilute alcohol is important, rose oil is used. Rose absolute can be used only when high grade alcohol is used. It is very important in rose – jasmine complex found in fashion perfumes. Rose de mai is useful in rounding up sharp notes in synthetic compositions.

It is useful to flavour a variety of tobacco, snuff and chewing tobacco, soft drinks and alcoholic liqueurs. Also, to add interesting effect in fruit flavours such as apricol, raspberry, bitter almonds etc.

ROSE IN INDIA: The introduction of scented rose cultivation in India was started during Mughal time. Major rose oil producing region in India are Kashmir valley, mid hills of Himachal Pradesh, upper plains of Uttar Pradesh, Haldi ghati in Rajasthan and upper Shivalik hills in Punjab. More than 50% of production is confined to the state of U.P. & Rajasthan. We have been credited for introducing large scale cultivation of Rosa damascena in Shivalik zone and upper plains of Punjab. The jawala variety of Damask rose developed by IHBT, CSIR has been standardized for the cultivation of this valuable crop in the plains of Punjab.

Therapeutic application of Rose: The rose has many therapeutic values as long as it is of good grade, pure natural oil. Arab healers believed rose „jam‟ could heal lung complaints. Dr. Leclerc, in Plan- tes Condimentaires published in 1950,valued it as a gentle laxative. It is astringent, antiseptic, soothing to eyes. A recipe by Galen suggests use of rose in cold cream. Galen was great Greek Physician.

In cosmetic applications, rose is useful in eczema, to cure broken skin, against wrinkles and help remove skin puffiness. It is suitable for all skin types. It increase smoothness, reduce wrinkles on the face and helps the skin of the body glowing and charming

Rose oil helps patients suffering from depression, fear, nervous tension, insomnia and gives the feeling of well-being.

It is helpful in women‟s Gynecological disorders, menopausal symptoms. It reduces excessive heat of the body. If used before menstrual cycle, it reduces P.M.S. problems.

About the author: Dr. Geetanjali Ranade is a doctorate in biomedical engineering from Indian

Institute of Technology, Bombay. She was visiting scientist at National Cardiovascular Canter,

Japan for post-doctoral research in brain physiology. She has completed her aromatherapy

course from Australasian College of Herbal Studies, USA. She also holds RMP(Registered

Medical Practitioner) from Indian Board of Alternative Medicine

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ESSENTIAL OILS TO BALANCE THE FIVE ELEMENTS

~ THE EARTH ELEMENT ~

By Certified Aromatherapist KG Stiles, LMT, RBT, CBP, NCTMB

Earth Element Meridians: Stomach (yang), Spleen (yin) Author KG Stiles Your body is the physical expression of your Subconscious Mind and your Emotions are the Language of your Subconscious Mind. Your meridians are the channels through which your emotions flow. The natural and free flow of life force energy (your e-motions - energy in motion) coursing through your meridians ensures your health and longevity. While blocked or suppressed emotions result in clogged meridian channels and imbalances of health. In classic, Oriental, or Chinese, Medicine all disease is seen as disordered elements. Restoring balance of the five elements and the harmonious flow of Chi is at the heart of Chinese medicine. Essential oils can help balance the five elements and restore the flow of chi through your meridians. The results of using aromatherapy to restore energetic balance and flow of chi may be enhanced through a regular practice of diaphragmatic breathing. The power of Earth is the call “to be” awakened fully to life and your full potential. Properties of the earth element: SEASON: Indian Summer CLIMATE: Damp TASTE: Sweet SMELL: Fragrant, warm and radiant EMOTION: Worry/desire BODY PARTS: Pancreas, spleen, stomach, muscles, mouth COLOR: Yellow SWEET ACTION: Warming, soothing, nourishing, restorative, body-building and tonic. Most foods are classified as sweet. There are complex sweet flavors like grains, beans, dairy products and meat. Simple sweets like honey, sweet fruits and juices are less satisfying and intensify your sweet craving rather than satisfy it. A balanced earth element supports your personal freedom and autonomy to direct your spirit to realize your highest potential. You are a creator of your reality and manifest easily all that you desire into the physical world. In balance you trust yourself and take full responsibility for your life. You feel a strong sense of self worth and positive self value. You may experience imbalance as an inability to take responsibility for yourself and your life experiences. You may lack self control, and blame and criticize others for your problems. Keywords: Stability, Security, Connected, Self Motivation, Self Esteem, Commitment, Personal Power, Self Control, Honor, Integrity, Self Respect, Self Approval, Willingness to Change and take Responsibility. Related physical symptoms of imbalanced earth element include: Diaphragm (organ for processing emotions), Poor lymph circulation, Adrenals, Kidney, Pancreas, Liver, Stomach, Spleen, Lower Respiratory, Immune Response, Hormonal and Digestive Systems, Food allergies, Sinusitis, Neck tension, Fatigue, Insomnia, Ulcers and Gallstones, Heartburn, Indi- gestion, Diabetes, Hypoglycemia, Tumors, Anorexia, Bulimia, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Arthritis, Transverse colon problems, Ec- zema, Rashes, Sweet Cravings, Frequent urination. Related emotional symptoms of imbalanced earth element include: Victimization, Need for Approval, Stress, Anger, Frustration, Fear of Responsibility, Guilt, Worry, Doubt, Self Esteem and Commitment issues. Essential oils to balance the earth element include: sweet, balsamic, warm and radiant, resinous and earthy, herbaceous and woody, exotic and sensual aromas with restorative and regulating properties like Sandalwood (Santalum album), Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), Atlas Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica), Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), Coriander ( Coriandrum sativum), Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata), Vetiver (vetiveria zizanoides), Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli), Geranium ( Pelargonium graveolens), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis ), Sweet Marjoram (Origanum marjorana), and Helichrysum ( Helichrysum italicum )

DELIVERY METHODS - Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The choice of delivery method often depends on your intended goal. Here are some of the most practical and therapeutic methods for using your aromatic oils for balancing the 5 elements. Direct inhalation is the method I primarily use in my practice. Research shows that aromatic vapors will remain in your bloodstream for up to 4-6 hours. PLEASE NOTE: Stimulating circulation of your blood, lymph and nerve flow through rhythmic breathing in conjunc- tion with inhalation of aromatic oils enhances their delivery into your system! Steam Inhalation is one of the easiest and most direct ways to support your respiratory system with essential oils. Use steam inhalation to soothe and promote healing for your respiratory system, clearing nasal passages and enjoying therapeutic benefits for your lungs. Great method to prevent or treat respiratory infections, support your health and prevent colds and the flu. Add 4-8 drops of oil to a large bowl of steaming hot water, but not so hot it will burn your skin or mucous membranes. Put a towel over your head to capture the steam. Close your eyes and inhale until the water cools or until you stop smelling the oil. Breathe in the steam for a few minutes, as long as you desire. Please keep your eyes closed to prevent any of the essential oil vapors from getting into your eyes! Repeat, the treatment if necessary, every 4-5 hours. Relieves sinus congestion, coughs, colds, flu and sore throats. Suggested oils to use: eucalyptus, ravensara, lavender, peppermint, lemon and tea tree. Bathing is an age-old method for using aromatic oils to balance the 5 elements and is great for stress reduction, relaxation, soothing sore muscles and joints, supporting respiratory health, mood enhancement, and treating your senses to the full aroma of an essential oil. Fill your tub with water, add 5-8 drops of oil that has been mixed in a dispersant such as a water soluble carrier oil, milk or cream, or a spoonful of honey, swish to disperse in the water. A half cup each of Epsom Salts (muscle relax- ant, detoxifier) and Baking Soda (skin softener) can also be used to disperse the oils in your bath water. PLEASE NOTE: Essential oils are not water soluble you must use a dispersant when adding them to a facial steam or bath and water may cause the oils to penetrate your system more quickly or cause irritation to sensitive or dam- aged skin, i.e. blemishes, sores or rash. Compress ~ Excellent for topical application to ease pain from strained muscles, menstrual cramps, etc. Disperse 4-8 drops of oil in a teaspoon of milk or honey and add to a small stainless steel bowl of hot water. Absorb the "HOT" water into a wash cloth, using protective gloves, wring out excess water and apply compress to area of discomfort, repeat when your cloth cools. You may cover the warm cloth with a hot water bottle, plastic sheet or a towel to keep it "HOT" longer. ______KG STILES, LMT, CAT, RBT, CBP, NCTMB (OR Lic #2313) is a specialist in the field of Aromatic Plant and Energy Medi- cine. She has been a licensed and accredited MindBody therapist and health educator for more than 30 years. She is the owner of Springhill Wellness Center in Ashland, Oregon, and the Founder and Director of PurePlant Essentials Organic Fair Trade Aromatherapy. KG specializes in formulating aromatic remedies for healthy living, including chakra care, individual signature blends and remedies for colds and flu, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, menopause, anti-aging, skin care and more. KG teaches chakra and energy balancing with aromatherapy workshops, and is the author of the Chakra Guidebook and audio CD program, “Healing Your Rainbow Bridge.” For more information please visit www.pureplantessentials.com or contact KG at 541-941-7315

PLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic copies of aromatic oils, but these are not recommended for therapeutic use. For best results purchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find. Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have been tested and are pesticide free. Aromatherapy is a gentle and noninvasive complementary health care system used for balancing and synchronizing your body, mind, spirit and emotions to enhance your health. Properly administered essential oils are a natural, safe and effective way to enhance your health and well-being and may produce satisfying results where other methods have failed. Please consult with your physician regarding serious health concerns and do not attempt to self diagnose.

By David Crow, L.Ac. All creatures are born of the earth, and nourished by her rich flavors. I am the fragrance of the soil, Lord Krishna proclaims in the Bhagavat Gita, reminding us of Gods life-giving presence within the most humble of the elements. Every plant absorbs the prana (life force) and ojas (nutritive essence) of the soil into its body, transforming them into foods, medicines, and oils for the benefit of other beings. Yet none capture the subtle complexities of the earths mysterious fragrances as completely as vetiver grass, known in India as khus. Khus (Vetiveriazizanioides) is a grass that grows up to six feet high. Vetivers deeply penetrating roots and thou- sands of tiny fibrous rootlets reach out to drink in the aromatic molecules from the surrounding soil, which in turn become the multi-layered perfume notes of its dark amber oil. Sweet and heavy, with rich undertones reminiscent of precious woods and marshlands, the oil has widely varied olfactory characteristics depending on the type of earth it grows in. Because of the diversity of compounds present in different soils, vetiver oil is one of the most biochemi- cally complex of all essential oils. Silently enjoying a secret banquet, only the plants know that the soil is a feast of flavors. Vetiver grows primarily in Indonesia, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, and India. In India the grass grows wild in many ar- eas, and it is often harvested as a cash crop by nomadic tribal people. The roots are woven into sweet-smelling sleeping mats, and hung as curtains in desert homes; when the fierce hot winds blow people sprinkle water on these curtains, which then release their cooling vapor into the air. Khus oil has been used in the perfume trade for centuries. One of the most unusual, rare, and unique of the vetiver oils is ruh khus. The ruh (an Arabic word meaning essence) of khus is distilled from the wild roots that grow in the blazing expanses of Rajasthans deserts. After the roots are carefully dried, they are slowly reconstituted while im- mersed in water during hydro-distillation. Another beloved vetiver preparation is khus attar, which is created by re- peatedly distilling the fragrant steam of vetiver roots into sandalwood oil. The preparation of these aromatic treas- ures is a vanishing art and science. Ayurvedic medicine describes vetiver oil as cooling to pitta (anti-inflammatory), yet pacifying to vata (calming and comforting to the mind). A traditional method of using the root is to apply it as a paste, which reduces fevers and cools the body. Used in massage oils, its relaxing effects spread through the skin and muscles into the deeper lev- els of the nervous system, helping to counteract nervousness, stress, and exhaustion. The relaxing fragrance of the roots stabilizes concentration and works as a rejuvenating tonic. Vetiver is considered to have mild estrogen-like effects that are balancing for a womans hormones; it is used in lotions for enhancing fullness of the breasts. Vetiver oil is used in cosmetic products for its skin-regenerating powers, which make it helpful for counteracting aging of the skin and preventing stretch marks after pregnancy. It is an ingredient in liniments used for rheumatic pains and arthritis, and a compassionately soothing remedy for enthusiastic yogis who strain their muscles and joints with excessive asana practice. Through purification and regeneration, plants cure diseases of the earths ecological terrain in the same way that they cure diseases of the bodys inner terrain. Vetiver grass is one of the worlds most important botanical solutions for a wide range of environmental problems. Its deep roots hold the topsoil and prevent its erosion by wind and water. These roots also capture the rain and percolate it into the soil, preventing runoff, recharging depleted ground- water, and bringing springs back to life. Like many other plants, vetiver has amazing metabolic powers that allow it to thrive in polluted environments and digest the endless stream of man-made poisons that we dump everywhere. Because the grass has a special appetite for pesticides and agricultural toxins, it is now used in over a hundred countries for phytoremediation purposes, helping to cleanse the environment in the same way that medicinal plants detoxify the organs of the body. Vetiver is beloved to perfumers, esteemed by traditional physicians, and appreciated by people who need its healing virtues. It is also a great friend to farmers, who use it as mulch for improving the fertility of the soil; animals, too, are pleased with finding the sweet grass in their meal. It gives livelihood to nomadic tribal people, and it is a treas- ure to alchemists who distill its rich essence. Vetiver is only a simple grass, yet its multitude of benefits and its earthy aroma reminds us that we need not look far to find the life-giving powers and presence of the Creator.

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JennScents Aromatherapy: Provides 100% pure, therapeutic products (pre-made and custom blends), 100% pure essential oils, carriers and aromatherapy accessories at wholesale and retail. Offers Aromatherapy Certification Courses live and via DVD, Massage Therapy CEU, Aromatherapy Support Material such as Aromatherapy Business Guide and Jenn- Scents Recipe Guides for humans and pets. Ph: 352-243-9627 URL: www.jennscents.com Email: [email protected]

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Penny Price Aromatherapy-USA: Organic and naturally farmed therapeutic grade essential oils are sourced from selected growers and suppliers and are ECOCERT guaranteed. We also carry organic hydrolats, carrier oils, synthetic fee personal care products and accessories. The Penny Price Academy of Aromatherapy is accredited by the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFA) and the Institute of Aromatic Medicine (IAM). Len & Shirley Price are consultants to our academy. We offer an internationally recognized diploma course in clinical aromatherapy via in-house and distance learning, as well as postgraduate offerings including Swiss Reflex Therapy and Hydrolats. Order online at www.pennyprice-usa.com or call 815-814-1444 for quality, purity and integrity! URL: www.pennyprice-usa.com Email: [email protected]

Pure Plant Essentials™ ~ KG Stiles' line of Aromatherapy Products are made with pure organic & ethically wild crafted essential oils from world wide sources. Exceptional Quality & Outstanding Value are Hallmarks of PurePlant Essentials. We offer single oils, as well as formulas. "Signature Blends" are our aromatic specialty. Please purchase from our online store and Save 10-25%! Visit DISCOUNTS link on our Footer Navigation bar to find out how. Location: 2520 Springhill Drive Ashland, OR 97520 Ph: (541) 941-7315 URL: www.pureplantessentials.com Email: [email protected]

Time Laboratories: Since 1972, Time Laboratories has been a leading manufacturer of aromatherapy products, nutri- tional supplements, and specially formulated herbal compounds. Windrose Aromatics, our authentic aromatherapy line, offers a wide selection of Pure and Genuine GC/MS analyzed Essential Oils, expertly blended pure Essential Oil Combina- tions, and patented Ultra Jet System Diffusers. Buy direct from the manufacturer and save (retail/wholesale/health professional discounts available). Private label and custom product development services available. Phone: 877-846-3522 URL: www.timelabs.com Email: [email protected]

AROMATHERAPY SCHOOLS & CORRESPONDENCE COURSES

Australasian College of Health Sciences Accredited Certificate and Diploma in Aromatherapy. Australasian College of Health Sciences is the only nationally accredited, by the DETC, NAHA approved Level 1 & Level 2, professional clinical Aromatherapy training available online, approved for 340 contact hours. ACHS offers a Certificate in Aromatherapy Chemistry. ACHS also offers a wide variety of professional natural health programs providing you with all you accredited natural health education needs. CEU's are available for many professionals. Contact admissions to apply for the next intake of one of ACHS accredited online Aromatherapy programs 800-487-8839 or request information online at: URL: www.achs.edu Email: [email protected]

Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy: The Certificate Program in Integrative Aromatherapy is a comprehensive correspondence course for health professionals and non-professionals. You will be personally mentored by author and Holistic Nurse Aromatherapist, Valerie Cooksley. The certification is fully endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association, The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and NAHA (Level I and II). 325 CEU‟s for nurses and massage therapists. URL: www.floramedica.com Email: [email protected] Valerie Cooksley, RN OCN, FAAIM 1-877-363-3422 28

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