Books on aromatherapy: discover our selection for learning how to use essential oils

When you're new to the world of aromatherapy, it's essential to have reliable information about the properties of the various essential oils. If you've been in a bookshop or on the Internet, you'll have noticed that there are many books on this subject. To help you make your choice, we present here our selection of books on how to use essential oils.

Ma bible des huiles essentielles, by Danièle Festy

Ma bible des huiles essentielles (Éditions Leduc) by Danièle Festy and Anne Dufour is a comprehensive book that is perfect for using essential oils on a daily basis. Trained as a pharmacist, Danièle Festy has devoted her life to promoting natural health, particularly through aromatherapy. This 550-page book is enriched by the beautiful illustrations of Corinne Délétraz, who has also put her passion for natural medicines at the service of her profession.

La bible Larousse des huiles essentielles, by Thierry Folliard

If you're looking for a book that's both comprehensive and condensed, we recommend La bible Larousse des huiles essentielles. It's easy to understand and will appeal to neophytes and experts alike. Written by Thierry Folliard, a naturopath by profession, the book is divided into three distinct parts: a panorama of aromatherapy, a dictionary of essential oils and recommendations for specific pathologies.

Treating children with essential oils, by Danièle Festy

As there are many contraindications to aromatherapy for children, we recommend Soigner ses enfants avec les huiles essentielles (Éditions Leduc), also by Danièle Festy. In it, you'll find advice on how to safely care for your little ones with essential oils. The author explains application possibilities, age by age. In addition, she provides clear answers to the various problems that parents may encounter when using essential oils on their children.

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Le chemin des arômes - Le guide d'utilisation des huiles essentielles pour toute la famille, by Michel Sommerard

Le chemin des arômes - Le guide d'utilisation des huiles essentielles pour toute la famille (Éditions Medicis) is also a reference work written by one of France's leading aromatherapists, Michel Sommerard. This book will enable you to take care of the whole family through comprehensive practical information sheets. They detail the benefits of essential oils, as well as their properties and different methods of administration.

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L'aromathérapie, Se soigner par les huiles essentielles, by Nelly Grosjean

Finally, it's hard not to complete this selection of books on aromatherapy without choosing one by Nelly Grosjean. Indeed, if aromatherapy today holds an important place in Europe's panel of natural medicines, it's partly thanks to her. A doctor of both naturopathy and aromatherapy, she was one of the first to make essential oils available to everyone. Her book Le grand livre de l'aromathérapie, Se soigner par les huiles essentielles (Editions Eyrolles) presents a top 50 list of the most widely used essential oils, and explains how to treat over 150 symptoms. The book also includes numerous recipes for detoxifying your body.

While you're waiting to pick up one or more of these books, you can also refer to our Guide d'utilisation des huiles essentielles and our article on Quelles huiles essentielles pour quel usage?

Take the time to check the contraindications for each essential oil. Even if their use is likely to be of great benefit to you, in case of doubt, nothing can replace an appointment with your doctor!

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