13 Responses

1. wonderful

   March 7th, 2009

   Yes, the book is expensive. However, if you are serious about using the oils, this book has it all for you. I have only read bits and pieces but what i have, I really enjoy. I use it a lot to look up specific things. I would recommend this book to anyone who is seriously looking into learning more about the oils.

2. Marketing Tool - Caveat Emptor!

   March 7th, 2009

   This is simply a marketing tool for the MLM “Young Living Essential Oils” and most of the positive reviews here from probably written by shills of the company. If you buy this book, simply be aware that it is intended to steer you to their products and no give a truly unbiased view of this science. Contrary to loyal customers of this company, there are other places to get quality essential oils – don’t be fooled by their rhetoric. The publisher, “Essential Science Publishing,” is simply a front for the Young Living Essential Oils company, allowing them to publish things that wouldn’t fly as marketing for the product – i.e. lies and hard-to-prove ideas.

3. Essential Oils, An Essential Reference

   March 7th, 2009

   I hold this book in high regard and use it quite frequently as it is very informative on the history and practical uses of many pure essential oils.I am also impressed with Gary Young, his extensive research and knowledge, and continued quest to produce unadulterated oils.

4. No Stars for this

   March 7th, 2009

   Within the aromatherapy industry this man is a conman and as bogus as they come

5. happy as a free clam

   March 7th, 2009

   very happy with expeditious service and delivery of the book. it is information i will use and refer to on a regular basis as i simplify my life.

6. Maria

   March 9th, 2009

   It’s been my experience that better oils can be obtained. YL will not provide buyers with copies of GC/MS reports. It’s really important for aromatherapists to be able to reference that data when blending therapeutically.

7. Awesome Book

   March 17th, 2009

   I purchased this reference book, for my daughter in-law, who is a massage therapist, she just loved it, thanks so much, for such a educational piece of reference material, she really was excited about getting it, and it was such an attractive price, thanks again amazon. Alan Brenneman

8. warning you

   April 6th, 2009

   This book advocates dangerous practices which can do damage. It is NOT a reliable reference; better almost any other book that is mentioned here. The claims made for some of the oils are ludicrous, and the methods of use both dangerous and wasteful. A very well written marketing tool! Save your money and buy almost any other book. There are a long list of reputable, reliable authors.

9. Excellent value

   September 9th, 2009

   An absolute pleasure to deal with this seller! Shipping was fast, book was in great condition. Would love to deal with this seller again. Thanks.

10. Really liking it

    September 10th, 2009

    We knew up front that this went along with the Young Living line of oils but that did not chase us off and we are glad that it didn’t. Very helpful and we find ourselves looking in it often for all kinds of things.

11. great book and great service!

    October 20th, 2009

    The book came in the condition described right on time. I’m loving this book!

12. the Bible for Essential oils

    October 31st, 2009

    I was very happy to obtain this book. I have a current 4th edition but some of the earlier info is in the prior book due to items that the FDA has requested to be removed for FDA purposes only.

13. 2nd Edition EO Desk Reference is a bargain

    December 24th, 2009

    This is for the second edition. Though partially out of date it is still relevant, and can be had for a decent price. The Third edition commands several times the price, and still not current. They took out info on cancer in the 4th (current) edition. The second edition lacks some of the newer YLEO blends, but is a great place to start. It is great starting poing if you are getting into essential oils.