Aroma Alchemy - Holly Bandenberger
Beautifully illustrated, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I’ve taken lots of notes and plan to cook up some aromatic scents.

This book contains some nice lavender recipes which I am sure will come in handy as I have lots of lavender left to use up.

A great book, I recommend it greatly to any budding alchemist with its useful information and some excellent advice on recipes, allergies and health benefits.

This was a treasure trove of knowledge and I was very happy to have received this book. I first became interested in essential oils after experimenting with natural methods to ease some minor aches and pains I get from working an office job. Once those methods showed positive results I started to believe in some of the more natural ways of healing. Recently I moved to a new place and ever since that move my hair has been unhappy with me. I'd finally come to the conclusion it must be the new water source because nothing else has changed in my routine.

I remembered from my college years, when I use to sport a pixie cut, that I had bought a cheap Suave shampoo that had happened to contain rosemary in it. I remember being frustrated back then with how fast my hair was growing while utilizing this shampoo. At that time I did some research and learned about the health benefits of rosemary. So based on these two experiences this book landed in my lap at just the right time. I was ready to start making some of my own essential oils, first and foremost being a rosemary oil to try and heal my hair.

This book gives you lots of recipes and teaches you the different properties of herbs. I felt this was a great book to lead you down the road of making your own remedies at home. I'll be starting up my own alchemy station now!

Thanks NetGalley for the free eARC

This is a great primer on essential oils with lots of information for beginners, lots of recipes, and photos throughout. I try to limit my use of essential oils for sustainability reasons (each bottle requires vast amounts of the plant materials) but this is a fantastic resource on the topic.

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Aroma Alchemy by Holly Brandenberger is, honestly, one of the best books I've come across on essential oils in a while. If you're interested in aromatherapy, whether you are just starting or have been blending oils for a while, you'll gain a great deal from this.

Holly is a certified aromatherapist and a nurse, and it's clear that she knows her stuff. She breaks everything down in a way that is so approachable. The book is full of helpful tips, practical advice, and over 100 easy-to-follow recipes for everything from stress and sleep support to natural cleaning sprays and homemade perfumes.

What I loved most was how beautifully it was put together. The photos are gorgeous, and the layout makes it super easy to find what you need. It's not just pretty, though; there's a wealth of solid information packed in here, including safety notes, guidance on using essential oils properly, and even information on how long things will last once you've made them.

It genuinely felt like Holly poured her heart into this book. It's way more thorough than I expected, and I'll be reaching for it again and again. Whether you want to try making your own blends or learn more about how scent can support your wellbeing, this is such a great resource.

Thank you, NetGalley and Watkins Publishing, for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

A great book that is easy to navigate. Lots of interesting information. I think a paper copy would be easier to use than an e-copy.