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 A wonderful asset to anyone's library March 16, 2010
Valerie J. Steimle (Loxley, Alabama)
There are very few books in which I wish I could have memorized. This book--Essential Oils Desk Reference Book----is one of them. There are so many great pieces of knowledge in this book ---I would like to know them all.
A great asset to anyone's library--especially if you are interested in learning all about herbs, and oils for their medicinal purposes.
Essential Oil Bible March 9, 2010
Kathy S (MCHENRY, IL, US)
This is ultimately the best essential oil book I have ever found. The colored pictures and the history especially are a nice touch that really enhance the overall knowledge an aromatherapist needs for clients.
Essential Oils Desk Reference March 7, 2010
Carmen V. (Puerto Rico)
I have just started the formal study of the essential oils. I was looking for another book from D.Gary Young, and I am very glad that I read the reviews and decided for this one. It is a very complete book with everything explained very clearly. It is divided in parts from, the production of the oils, to the use you can give to each and everyone of the oils in your every day live. It is an excellent choice.
A must have March 6, 2010
D. Brown (MI)
The Essential Oils Desk Reference is a must have for anyone who really wants to learn about the use of oils, their origins, and purposes. The information is concise and extremely useful. Additionally, for a desk reference, it's really interesting reading! It's one of those books you pick up to lookup one thing, then realize an hour has gone by and you're still exploring. A very worthwhile investment.
 Buyer BEWARE: You can't judge this book by it's cover! February 26, 2010
Galen (USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
A recent purchase for clinical use, this book is nothing more than a thinly veiled product manual for a company called Young Living Essential Oils (YLEO), a pyramid sales structured business that also happens to churn out some good quality therapeutic oils.
I should have taken clue #1: no opportunity to browse the book online prior to purchase, or, clue #2: no listing for either an author or an editorial staff that may have culled an Essential Oil Desk Reference worthy of academic study and clinical application at more than a YLEO sales or personal use level.
While a brief discussion of basic essential oils information occurs in passing, the overwhelming balance (and emphasis) of the text is directed toward and devoted to the YLEO product line.
In addition, about 1/3 of the book addresses non-essential oil topics including detox diets, herbal supplements, and lifestyle recommendations all of which, brace yourself dear reader, also happen to include YLEO product recommendations.
If you are using YLEO, it's a great tool. If you are seeking a true reference tool, look elsewhere.
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