by Philippe Mailhebiau

Here is the English-language and shortened edition of Philippe's monumental La Nouvelle Aromathérapie: caractérologie des essences et temperaments humains.

The key-stone of this book is in the 24 monographs of major essential oils, presenting each oil as an individual entity with personality traits detailed and precise characteristics. And some elegant Greek Mythology to tie it all in. Philippe is romantic yet very serious and medically orientated. He talks about the chemo-types of certain oils Thyms for example, that are unique to the South of France. 

An understanding of the personality profile of an essential oil makes it possible to relate its olfactory affinities to the individual.  From a therapeutic point of view this approach opens the door to personalized treatments that go beyond the scope of symptomatic Aromatherapy; combining efficient pharmacological action with a decisive effect.

The essences, once they become familiar, will form precious allies in maintaining health and stimulating growth.