Chamomile, Roman  Chamaemelum Nobile ~ Family, Asteraceae

Roman Chamomile has a warm, sweet, herbaceous scent that is relaxing and calming. It is soothing to all types of skin and is a wonderful addition to a massage oil for sore muscles.The most important actions of Chamomile are its calming, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. 

The sweet, apple-like aroma of Roman chamomile soothes skin flare-ups and body soreness. It is also effective in treating swollen painful joints, inflamed tendons and sprains. Combine with lavender for a relaxing bath or mix with distilled water to make a calming mist. It is also known for its strong, soothing effect on mind and body. 

The Roman and German are excellent for protecting dry skin. Its many uses include treatment of nerves, headaches, insomnia, menstrual disorders, and the Roman is a comforting oil during high pollen count.(Unless you have an allergy to the ragweeds). Chamomile is gentle oil suitable for the young and fragile, and it is one of the few essential oils that can be used on inflamed skin conditions.
Origin: United Kingdom 

Source: flowers

Production Method: steam distillation for the flowers

Aromatherapy Class: calming

Aroma Type: fruity

Skin Type: all types

Perfume Note: middle

Traditional Uses: muscle relaxant, skin conditioner

Other uses: n/a

Blends Well With: galbanum, eucalyptus, rosemary, lavender, bergamot, jasmine, neroli, and clary sage

Main Constituents: esters, pinene, fanesol, nerolidol, chamazulene, pinocarvone, cineol

Caution: none
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