A fresh, intriguing approach to introducing essential oils and enhancing one's practice of aromatic blending, ensuring we learn about and remember the oils as friends and helpers on our journey of well-being. The author's firsthand knowledge of the processes involved and the producers' commitment to organic quality and sustainability enriches the book's pure-spirited integrity. The diverse recipes are inventive, creative,and pragmatic, and, above all, inspire the reader to get busy and make their own.
- Gabriel Mojay, author of Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit
As a Nurse Aromatherapist, safe practice is of great importance, as is the quality of the oils. This beautiful book serves both of these aspects well, in addition to presenting delightful blends for everyday use-all to benefit the new aromatherapy enthusiast.- Valerie Cooksley, RN, OCN, FAAIN, CERT, author of Aromatherapy, and co-founder of the Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy
Andrea is a gifted teacher and pioneer in the world of essential oils and aromatherapy. Reading her book, I felt like I was in a master class with her all to myself.
- Amy Hausman, OM, LAc, founder of Co-Creative Healing Arts and Acupuncture
As a distiller, I especially love her stories of meeting the plants and the people who harvest and distill. For each essential oil profile, she makes you feel like you are meeting the plant for the first time, listing pertinent information with tidbits of insights that come from years of experience.
- Ann Harman, Circle H. Institute
A joyful and beautifully presented informative guide for the aromatherapy beginner seeking to step gently and effectively into the world of aromatic plants and essential oils. Pragmatic, fun, and filled with unique insights based on her rich experience of plants, distillers, and the oils themselves, Andrea Butje skillfully weaves solid science with tradition, environmental awareness, creativity, and encouragement. She empowers the reader to formulate safe and effective remedies at home for family and friends.
- Rhiannon Lewis, Essential Oil Resource Consultants
From Andrea's perspective, essential oils have distinct, instantly recognizable, and sometimes quirky personalities-beginners will have no difficulty in relating to them and professionals will gain new and delightful insights. Gentle and comforting, uplifting and inspiring, the joyful and vibrant heart of aromatherapy beats on every page.
- Jennifer Rhind, author of Essential Oils
Andrea Butje has put her heart and soul into learning more about essential oils from the source than anyone I've come across in the industry. She shares her knowledge of their uses with ease since she's had over 25 years of experience teaching to thousands of students worldwide. Pulling from all her years of knowledge, this easy-to-navigate book is a pleasure and a gift.
- Cary Caster, BS. LMT, CCA
