Revise - Conditions - Arthritis osteo

Definition: A degenerative inflammatory disease of one or more joints
Possible causes: excessive joint usage, injury, inflammatory diseases and diabetes
General signs and symptoms: local inflammation because of the bones rubbing together
Methods of use: compress, bath, lotions/creams, massage but not over the swelling
Suggested oils: juniperberry, lemon, black pepper, cypress, nutmeg, chamomile (german), rosemary, pine, marjoram (sweet), ginger
Holistic advice:  diet, avoid red meats, tea, coffee, alcohol.  Suggest supplements vitamin A, B Complex and E, cod liver oil, calcium and aloe vera gel.  Gentle exercise.

Research
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/osteoarthritis/Pages/Introduction.aspx
http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/arthritis_information/arthritis_types__symptoms/osteoporosis.aspx?gclid=CK6-48ig_6gCFUdP4QodmF0ZTA
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osteoarthritis

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Revise - Conditions - Amenorrhoea

Definition: absence of menstruation.

Client could be pregnant so establish this first before suggesting oils.
Suggested oils: Clary sage, marjoram sweet, geranium, cypress, fennel sweet, melissa

This is a relatively rare condition caused by grief or shock sometimes so not easy to find a case study.  However it should be possible to question a relative who has been pregnant as a training exercise.

Research
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amenorrhoea

See hormonal state or drug induced for potential causes

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy diploma - differing routes to qualification

Case studies and essay questions

Whether distance learning or classroom tutor taught modules it is necessary to complete case studies and essay questions.  Remember case studies focus on conditions and essay questions focus on individual oils/blends/cosmetic skincare products as well as general themes eg name and describe the skincare types, describe the general properties of essential oils.  set your own essay questions on your favourite oils/topics.  Chemistry may not be your favourite but get the lego out again.  Take a picture of your models for your file.

Differant pathways

One combination of distance learning and classroom taught study pathway would be to complete 4 modules of the aromatherapy diploma by distance learning  (cost £275 each), complete the online VTCT level 3 in anatomy and physiology, attend one week Massage £450, one week Aromatherapy practical £450.  Examination Aromatherapy theory £95, Examination Aromatherapy practice £95

Financial assistance

For information on financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900


Upgrade to IFPA membership


AROMATHERAPY UPGRADE TO IFPA STANDARDS Formulated for qualified Aromatherapists who need to upgrade to the standards required by The International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA).  The schedule is tailored to the needs of the individual and the level of knowledge is adjusted accordingly. (UPGR).  learning is assessed by Sue Jenkin MIFPA.  A 5 day course is sufficient to prepare for the examiniations.


Insurance


Insurance Cover: It is advised that Students be covered for any claims made personally against them by taking advantage of the student premium under the IFPA scheme which was specifically arranged for this purpose.


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Anatomy and Physiology online

http://www.essential-training.co.uk/productsanat.htm

A link to an online anatomy and physiology diploma

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Essay Questions One/two/three - Choose one of the module one study oils/blends/cosmetics to describe

refer to the study notes.

     Aromatherapy Kit, storage box with oils below Black Pepper Chamomile Roman Eucalypus Smithii Frankincense Geranium Ginger Lavender Mandarin Tea tree Ylang Ylang Avocado Grapeseed Sunflower Wheatgerm White lotion

 Care For Aromatreatments Kit and storage box oils below Airways Cellulite Circulation Clear head Easy breathe Fatigue Joints Muscles Respiratory System Rest Stresses and strains Visible veins Women Measuring cup

 Aromatherapists Cosmetology Kit and storage bag Chamomile eyedrops Cleansing milk Clear skin moisture cream Hand and body lotion Honey Mask Minute Gel Mask Moisture cream Moisture lotion Reflex cream Rejuvenating night cream Special E moisture cream Superlight eyecream Toning lotion Headband

Refer to catalog profiles on www.ShirleyPrice.co.uk

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Revision - Conditions - Alopecia

Alopecia can affect men and women and hair loss is a routine side affect of chemotherapy.


Hair loss due to genetic causes is common in men.  Alopecia is a sudden patchy loss of hair with one inch diameter patches appearing.


Definition: a sudden patchy loss of hair.
Possible causes: stress, shock or food allergies  may occur following an illness.
General signs and symptoms:  significant patchy loss of hair.
Methods of use: massage, conditioner (dilute oils in a conditioner base)
Essential oils: lavender, rosemary, thyme (white), see the references below with shampoo, conditioner and night time treatment formula, Carrier Oils Borage, Evening Primrose , Jojoba, also serve as supplements
Holistic advice:  Use a blend of the suggested oils diluted in a carrier and massage into the scalp.  Consider the whole person and identify the cause of the stress.  Consider supplements Calcium and Iron deficiency, Exercise, eg running upstairs to assist circulation

Case study:  usually a relative can provide a student case study eg a middle aged male.  causes of stress can include work or family circumstances.  Important to allow time for the oils to be absorbed so use conditioner rather than shampoo.  If shampoo allow time for the oils to be absorbed.  Or use in an aloe vera gel for the scalp.

Research:  Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alopecia

note the reference to iron deficiency

References

Valerie Ann Worwood, The Fragrant Pharmacy pages 207,208
Jan Benham, The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making

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Revision - Conditions- Acne

The self directed study following module one of the Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma requires 12 case studies and 5 essay questions.  At first this seems daunting but review the common conditions listed in the study notes and you will soon be able to identify friends or relatives with suitable conditions to record and study.


Acne case study


Definition: a chronic skin disease affecting virtually all adolescents and 10% of menopausal women
Possible causes:  overactive sebaceous glands
General signs and symptoms:  sebaceous glands become blocked and infected.  This leads to small spots or lumps on the face
Methods of use:  massage, facial steam, facial oil wash, lotions/creams
Suggested oils:  tea -tree, lavender, rosemary, geranium, lemon, lemongrass, juniperberry, pettigrain, niaouli, bergamot, may chang
Holistic advice: :requires a regular skin care routine using non greasy unfragranced products.  Reduced intake of refined and fatty foods.  Calendula cream is a good carrier for the oils due to its vulnery action.  Fresh jojoba is an anti-inflammatory.  Lavender helps reduce scarring and stress which can cause picking of the spots.  Geranium balances the production of sebum.  Evening primrose and aloe vera gel make good carriers in facial washes.
Research:  Do a google websearch.  Result Acne.org.  Join facebook like.  See posts on acne from people with this condition.  what works for them?  Find more details, pictures on Wikipedia  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acne_vulgaris

Case study: V has severe facial acne.
Use Shirley Price treatment checklist for case study.
eg has the client high blood pressure in which case avoid rosemary.
Making a facial wash.
Using an oil to correct and oily skin is counter intuitive.

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Aromatherapy Diploma Module one, distance learning or classroom topics

The History of Aromatherapy

Aims of Aromatherapy

The Importance of Touch

Aromatherapy Massage & How it Works

Benefits & Principles of Massage

Essential Oils & how they may be used

Essential Oil Profiles

Therapeutic Qualities of Essential Oils & Safety Precautions

Purity of Essential Oils

Storage of Essential Oils

Recipes

Health & Safety

Methods of Extraction

Contra-indications

First Aid

Aromatherapy Evenings

Skin-types & Skin-structure and the Lymphatic System

Professional Bodies

Codes of Practice & Codes of Ethics

On completion, following successfully answering the test-questions and submitting 12 case-studies, 5 essays Students can proceed to Module 2.

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Jekka's aromatherapy garden

For their culinary uses, Jekka lists p274, with their properties

Sweet basil, Ocimum Basilicum, Concentration
Bergamot. Monarda Fistula, Uplifting (The Italian Orange Citrus bergamia used for the oil)
Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) Relaxing
Fennel, Foeniculum vulgare, Anti toxic
Rose Geranium. Pelargonium graveolens, Relaxing
Hyssop, hyssopus officinalis, sedative
Juniper, Juniperus communis, Stimulant
Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis, Anti-depressant
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, Invigorating
Sweet Marjoram, Origanum Majoriana, Calming
Thyme, Thymus vulgaris, Stimulant

of the commonly studied oils you can also include in the garden

Sage
Peppermint
Clary Sage
and Lavender

leaving the woody, gums and the floral,

Sandalwood
Orange sweet
Patchouli
Pettigrain
Frankincense
Myrhh
Cedarwood
Cypress
Eucalyptus
Juniperberry
Lemon

and the florals
Jasmine
Neroli
Rose

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Jekkas Organic Herb Farm - culinery, medicinal aromatic herbs

Jekka MacVicar is to aromatic herbs what David Austens name is to English Roses and Shirley Price Aromatherapy's name is to essential oils and their use.


Jekka McVicar

Published in 2009 in paperback this is a very useful book for students. The organisation of the book is so helpful. Since 1992 Jekka MacVicar has been awarded over 60 gold medals for herb exhibits at Royal Horticultural Society Flower shows.

If I may quote from P274 The Aromatherapy Herb Garden

"One of the things I enjoy about growing herbs is the scent.  Aroma is very evocative and aromatherapy is growing in importance today.  The garden has been designed not to create ones own oils which is a very complex process but to have those aromas around that help our everyday lives, and to make an attractive garden, as the plants all have useful qualities apart from their aroma.  The sweet marjoram, basil, thyme, fennel and rosemary are excellent culinary herbs.  The chamomile and lemon balm make good herbal teasto help one relax."  "I include a list of the herbs in the garden with the properties of the essential oil."

Sweet basil, Ocimum Basilicum, Concentration
Bergamot. Monarda Fistula, Uplifting  (The Italian Orange Citrus bergamia used for the oil)
Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) Relaxing
Fennel, Foeniculum vulgare, Anti toxic
Rose Geranium. Pelargonium graveolens, Relaxing
Hyssop, hyssopus officinalis, sedative
Juniper, Juniperus communis, Stimulant
Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis, Anti-depressant
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, Invigorating
Sweet Marjoram, Origanum Majoriana, Calming
Thyme, Thymus vulgaris, Stimulant
http://www.jekkasherbfarm.com/contact.asp

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ShirleyPrice.co.uk

The online shop.  UK based FHT, IFPA, IFA students and members can use their coupon code to get 50% discount from our Retail Prices.

www.ShirleyPrice.co.uk

easy link to order products

Overseas customers kindly see our distributors and correspondent schools worldwide

www.ShirleyPriceAromatherapy.com

Thankyou for your purchases which support the Shirley Price International College of Aromatherapy.

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Pranarom.tv

http://www.mon-aromatherapie.com/produits-pranarom/pranarom-tv-le-meilleur-de-laromatherapie-en-videos

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Reflexology

The foot consists of 26 bones, 56 ligaments and 33 joints and one sole. A practitioner of reflexology believes each organ in the body is connected to a specific reflex point on each foot through an intermediary of 300 nerves. By a manipulation of these points, vital functions can be stimulated, toxins eliminated, blood circulation improved and nerves soothed. 


There is much interest in the study of chi or the way energy flows through the body and the body's electromagnetic field.  This has long been harnessed by martial arts practicioners to do demonstrations like blow out candles and by traditional healers to remove energy flow blockages. The ability to generate and control chi release is thought to be gained through meditation.  Among scientists energy is thought to be described by mechanical models allowing a mathematical description.  Research goes on.

In China, the earliest known documentation of reflexology dates back to the fourth century BC, when it was practiced in conjunction with acupuncture by a doctor name Wang Wei. Foot reflexology is again being recognized both in China and abroad as an extremely useful technique.  Keep those feet clean.


I am in Beijing from 5-13 June and heading out to see the farmers.  I will be enduring much agonising chinese massage in the name of research! 

Jasmine Flowers in Egypt


Footcare generally
Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists www.feetforlife.org

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Whats is an aromatherapy spa?

Modern spas come in many varieties and offer far more than a simple bath in a hot spring, but all tend to focus on enhancing our overall well-being with services that encourage the renewal of our minds, bodies and spirit. Here are some common types found in Beijing that may suit to your needs:

Club Spa—A spa whose primary purpose is physical fitness. They usually offer a full gym, equipment and coaches on a daily basis.

Day Spa—Usually in the city, you can drop into a day spa for a few minutes or a few hours to get professionally administered spa services.

Destination Spa—A place to go to for an extended time, with emphasis on developing healthy habits via comprehensive programmes, including spa services, physical fitness activities, wellness education and education in wholesome foods. Various activities such as hiking, sight-seeing and recreational sports are sometimes offered.

Medical Spa—Licensed health-care professionals are available all the time at a medical spa facility offering comprehensive medical and wellness care in an environment that integrates spa services with traditional, complementary or alternative therapies.

Resort Spa—Resort spas are usually owned by and located within a resort or hotel providing professionally administered spa services, fitness and wellness components and spa cuisine menus.

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Massage therapy in Beijing - what are the differences?

Chinese Massage

Chinese massage (中式按摩 – zhōng shì àn mó) relies much more on a style of massage called tuī ná (推拿), which involves the extensive use of pressure points.
This can be quite painful, along with the extensive kneading that is used. Practitioners of Chinese massage, especially the tuī ná variety, believe it to have strong healing properties.

Thai Massage

Thai massage (泰式按摩 – tài shì àn mó) is a much more relaxing kind of massage. It involves much more rubbing and pressing instead of kneading, as well as interesting stretching techniques.
While both Chinese and Thai massage will leave the person being massaged much more relaxed and comfortable, the Thai massage is less painful and even more soothing. A good massage will leave you in a sleep like state. 

Aromatic plant oils in China

China is an important source of aromatic plant oils.  Around 2000 BC a medical book the 'Yellow Emperors Book of Internal Medicine was written by Emperor Kiwang Ti of China.  It provides the earliest known records of many essential oils.

Shirley Price Aromatherapy Massage

The use of essential oils in massage by western aromatherapists owes much to study of ancient texts and medical curiosity.  The question is why do doctors remain healthy when many of their patients are ill?  How does the psychology of the mind affect wellness?

Aromatherapy massage combines gentle superficial massage strokes with plant oils like lavender and blends of oils usually containing lavender oil to create a state of deep relaxation. Training is quickly acquired and is popular among nurses and midwives and among those caring for the elderly and ill.  Age and medication can compromise immune systems and plant oils can be used to assist. The effect of fragrance on the limbic areas of the brain attracts much research. Trained practicioners can also use this research to blend essential oil components to address specific non medical issues particularly emotional issues and disrupted sleep patterns.  Plant oils have long had a place in beauty and skin treatments in the salons to normalise skin.  Floral oils like Rose, Jasmine, Neroli and Gardenia are highly prized and expensive.  If you are ill or need healing then see a doctor or priest!  Aromatherapy Massage is offered by a number of spas in Beijing.

Accredited therapists study anatomy and physiology and attend 250 hours of taught training in aromatherapy, massage therapy, reflexology and aromatherapy skincare. 450 hours of case studies and work experience and self directed study are required.  An external examiner tests theory and practice.  On completion of this training which is the equivalent of an NVQ Level 4/5 qualification students are eligible to join professional trade bodies like IFPA, IFA and the FHT and their own national aromatherapy organisations worldwide.  Local schools can be found on the websites of these organisations. Many like our own school attend regular schools meetings and in open forum share best practice and blog enthusiastically to promote an open and informed scientific aromatherapy community.  Such meetings are also a good opportunity for organised CPD from leading international practicioners.  Similar level training in the USA can be found at the Aromahead Institute.  Shirley Price Aromatherapy is exploring ways to bring this training to China.  Equivalent level training in Asia can be found as the Issamay Institute in Singapore/Malaysia.

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Workshops - Creamy Craft of Cometic Making Hinckley 15/16 May Tutor Jan Benham

Soaps, Creams, Lotions, Lip Balm professionally made with natural products

I trained with Shirley Price - Aromatherapy Diploma students

 Emi Tokai - Read her Blog A Japanese in England 2011 Students Chou and Wisteria with George Brealey Technical Manager

The training room at 8 Hawley Road, Hinckley UK

The Factory Training rooms at 8 Hawley Road, Hinckley UK

Training Dates Update

Aromatherapy Diploma and Workshops

Next Module One May 2011 £300, Module 2 June, £450, Module 3 July, £450

Module 4 and examination August, £450

Workhops

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Beauty UK

Free tickets

And so to Birmingham.................

Stands A10 (Products)  and Stand C16 (Training).

Jan Benham, Principal Tutor is giving a live demonstration of cosmetic making at 10.45 Monday

SHOW REVIEW

Hi all thankyou for making this the most successful show ever.  Visitors and volumes were double last year and even with 6 of us on the stands we were flat out.

Jan Benham, Principal tutor at Shirley Price Aromatherapy kindly manned the stand promoting Aromatherapy training and gave a live demonstration of cosmetic making.  Making your own natural cosmetics safely is very doable with a few simple ingredients.

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white gardenia petals

Polo Dreams 2011












Polo Dreams Royal Wedding 2011 is a natural perfume from Shirley Price Professional Aromatherapy to celebrate the Royal Wedding of Catherine Middleton and HRH Prince William.  Gardenia has always been a favourite english fragrance.  Garden ... Gardenia the clue is in the word.  Mixed with ylang ylang, 'lilly of the valley' in an evening primrose base this can be worn as a perfume or as a facial and scalp massage not only by those on their wedding day. 

The aroma of Gardenia absolute resembles a blend of neroli, jasmine and tuberose. 
 
Lily of the valley flowers are quite toxic! However the fragrance is important.  Very important.  An aldehyde Bourgeonal excites sperm. It is possible to evoke this scent without synthetics with citrus, Bergamot, Citronella and a floral (sweet indian jasmine, moroccan neroli, or bulgarian rose absolute or to suit) with the lavender and a very very small touch of vetiver.  I use cistus as the fixative.  The only nod to synthetics in a Muguet/Lily of the Valley blend is the use of hydroxy citronellal which can form upto 50% of this component on the blend though a tiny part of the total blend.  

The ingredients in Polo Dreams Royal Wedding 2011 can be bought as individual boxed items and combined as you like or are available as the blend.  

Gardenia and Lily of the Valley buttonholes are worn by men.  Gardenia can be cultivated in a greenhouse but it requires a humid atmosphere.  Lily of the Valley grows like a weed.  The Chinese Gardenia absolute samples I have do little justice to the scent of the flowers on its own but the absolute is often used successfully in perfume.  My Shirley Price Polo Dreams perfume includes Gardenia Absolute and has its fans.  


A big favourite Monoi de Tahiti is a Gardenia relative  .Monoi de Tahiti is a beautiful and naturally perfumed oil which has been traditionally used by Tahitian women to protect their skin and hair. Shirley Price Monoi de Tahiti is obtained by gently soaking the Tahitian plant Gardenia Tihensis into rich liquid virgin coconut oil (cocus nucifera). It is easily and quickly absorbed by the skin, and is a superbly effective moisturiser with a wonderful exotic aroma, especially good for using after you've been in the sun as it will moisturise and leave your skin glossy and aromatic!  With Polo Dreams Royal Wedding 2011 Natural Perfume we ship a free 15ml of Monoi de Tahiti.

Being a natural perfume we will update the Polo Dreams Royal Wedding natural perfume blend each year to take account of natural variation rather than add synthetics.

Note


RESEARCH Here is the research on Gardenia's hypnotic effects.  You can be sure if Catherine was wearing this on her wedding day she had Williams full attention!  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18819886  See also Guenther The Essential Oils Vol 5 for an excellent write up on Gardenia and the indispensible WA Poucher Cosmetics and Soaps.


PI Brealey
Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd

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This has proved a popular blend so im thinking of updating it each year and getting expert comment on it to assist as we go along, the official name is Polo Dreams Royal Wedding 2011. It was an excuse to use all our favourites and as its a... fragrance intended to be worn for the husband as well as the wifes benefit its easier for me to assess than feminine perfumes which are less hypnotic. We get a lot of enquiries for Gardenia mixes and Carnation which is popular. In china Gardenia is used to scent tea so there is a good source. This Tuscany lavender we use at every opportunity. its rare to get such a dedicated farmer. The vetiver start of the season and the Spanish cistus is well prepared by Biolandes who have a unit there. The ylang is quite dilute so echos the gardenia. We send a 15ml monoi de Tahiti with each one for the complete gardenia experience. The only nod to synthetics is hydroxy citronnellal for the lily of the valley which I am trying to replace by trial and error to remove that soapiness but it does the job very well.  Other bases available are jojoba and aloe vera.  Aloe vera has excellent gelling qualities and aroma wise is more neutral than evening primrose but if you have a slightly oily skin evening primrose is preferred.  More on http://www.shirleyprice.com/.