Flower essences were brought to the attention of healers by the work of Dr Edward Bach (1886-1936). Over the years many other ranges of essences have emerged from all over the globe.
Vibrational essences these days are created from many sources and in many ways - gem essences, environmental essences, essences made from other parts of plants, essences made by moonlight etc. All essences are safe to use for people of all ages and states of health. They can be used as tools for self-healing and development in a non-intrusive way.
They can be used alongside both allopathic and complementary medicine: many practitioners use essences in a variety of ways as adjuncts to other therapies; some practitioners specialise solely in the use of essences.