Hydrosol Master Class with Suzanne Catty


AROMATHERAPY TODAY is bringing Suzanne Catty to you this year.


This two-plus-one-day intensive will give both lay-men and practitioners an in-depth knowledge of hydrosols as therapeutic compounds for use in health care.  By the end of the class you will understand and know how to use these aromatic waters in a multitude of ways, both safely and effectively.

Day One: We will begin with an examination of the production methods for making quality therapeutic hydrosols.  From plant species, chemo-types and farming practices, to harvest and distillation parameters you will learn what makes the best hydrosols and essential oils. The chemistry of essential oils and their respective waters will be examined in the context of clinical practice and ‘medicinal’ use. Geographically specific hydrosols will be touched upon understanding the link between internal and external terrain.  The day will end with the creation of relevant hydrosol ”kits” to address health concerns from skin care and esthetics to infant care and more.

Day Two: We will begin with the subject of internal use.  Specific attention will be paid to the subject of standardized vs custom dosages, safety concerns, and the how’s and why’s of creating protocols for specific age groups and health concerns.  Ways of incorporating hydrosols into other forms of therapy (balneotherapy, herbal medicine, acupuncture, massage etc) will be explored at length. Time will be spent looking at some of the most important hydrosols in greater detail.  Finally we will look at the metaphysical properties of hydrosols, the water-memory and their use in energy healing practices.


Day Three:  Designed for practitioners, this day will be spent putting your knowledge into perspective and real world situations. Case studies and specific health concerns will be used as illustration and students are encouraged to bring questions and client data for discussion.  Hydrosols are now scientifically validated as therapeutic agents, using the latest research we’ll examine their role in treatments for cancers, chronic disease and even mental and emotional health. Recipes for incorporating hydrosols into products, gem elixirs, tinctures, spyragic remedies, pet care and even agriculture will be shared. Throughout the three days we will smell, taste and experiment with many different hydrosols, not just rose and lavender, creating a new understanding of what aromatic medicine is, and can be, for us all.

A Hydrosol Master Class Certificate of Completion will be issued for students attending a minimum of 2 days.

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LOCATION: Twin Towns, Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, NSW, (07) 5536 2121
                    Monday 17th Oct 2011 to Wednesday 19th Oct 2011 9:00am to 5:00pm each day
                    NOTE** Registration 8:30 to 9:00 am Monday 17th

Day 1 & 2: $350
Day 3: $185
Complete 3 days course: $450