Who to go for regarding aromatherapy questions?

Question

I have so many questions regarding EO and their safety mostly for cleaning purposes but also in body products. Who is the best person to go to? I have thought about getting a book but feel like that will still leave me with too many questions. Also how are aromatherapists licensed~ as in are they up to date, trustworthy, held to some kind of legal standards (like if they were to tell me to do something that caused great harm would there be ramifications)?

Also how much does some sort of consultation cost? All I need is some guidance and don't want to break the bank.

Answer 1

Just make up your own explanation as you go along, no matter how little evidence there is to support it and no matter how daft it sounds. It will make as much sense as anything those uneducated nuts have to say.

Answer 2

Many massage therapists are trained in aromatherapy. I don't think there is any kind of licensing at least not in the state of Utah, but I do think they can get certified in it. I personally go to my midwife for questions. She also teaches it at my massage school. Many midwives and herbalists have a knowledge of aromatherapy. I'm sorry I can't be any more help then that, and good luck!

Answer 3

go to camdengrey.com for tons of info

Answer 4

Aromatherapy uses essential oils extracted from nature’s herbs and flowers. The aroma is inhaled, or applied to the skin, and each of the oils (or combination thereof) addresses a specific disorder. It appears that the body is able to utilize the healing properties of the oils through the olfactory system of the body, and so initiate the healing process. Aromatherapy practitioners would also have an understanding of the psychological and emotional factors of illness.

This website has some great information and articles about Aromatherapy.

Aromatherapy Blends - http://www.aromatherapy-blends.net

Answer 5

Unfortunately, at least in the US, there are no set standards for aromatherapists.  A person can get certified, but it doesn't necessarily mean they know what they're talking about.  There are definitely good programs out there as well as people who have been in the field for years who promote education and err on the side of caution when it comes to safety, but with the growing popularity of aromatherapy it's good to do some research on a practitioner before you spend your money.  Like someone else mentioned, aromatherapy certifications among massage therapists are growing, and although there are legal standards mt's have to follow and their eo use (I'm assuming) would be covered under that, I don't think that's what you're looking for.

Since you're looking mostly for using essential oils for cleaning products and additions to body products as opposed to a therapy, I think your best bet would be the internet and books.

Here are some links to get you started:

http://www.naha.org/

http://www.aromaweb.com/

http://users.erols.com/sisakson/pages/ag...

This book (Amazon link) is really good for beginners:

http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Book-Esse...

Answer 6

Check this link out...

http://www.naha.org/faq_safety.htm

Best,

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