An Introduction to Aromatherapy

Did you know that essential oils, often used in spa treatments and perfumery, can also be used to sterilise wounds, treat infection and even reduce wrinkles? Discover a myriad of plants with aromatic properties that you can use for beauty and medicine. Your course instructor, Amer Taha, is a medical expert and a health coach. He designed this short course for the everyday person and students of naturopathic healing.

To begin, he defines ‘aromatherapy’ and explains what essential oils are. Then you'll explore oil extraction methods, quality and how to store them properly together. Practising safety is pertinent when it comes to using these essential oils. When inhaled, the aromatic compounds can play an important part in boosting the body's natural healing functions. However, when misused, essential oils can harm the human body. We therefore cover all relevant safety measures in detail.

Next, we will review over thirty-five essential oils, the best methods to extract them, their various uses and how to add them to products and carrier oils for proper application. You will learn the importance of dilution, blending and various substitutes for each plant oil. If you seek natural remedies to improve your overall health and wellbeing, this course is for you. Sign up today and start learning!