ALERT: some people are allergic to chamomile and should avoid using

BEST FOR DRY, SENSITIVE & BLEMISHED SKIN eczema

INGREDIENT FEATURES

analgesic

anti-aging

anti-allergenic

antibacterial

antidepressant

antifungal

anti-infectious

anti-inflammatory

anti-irritant

antioxidant

antiseptic

antispasmodic

calmative

digestive

immunostimulant

sudorific

sedative

tonic

vulnerary

USER BENEFITS

calms the nervous system

cleanses

decreases unpleasant sensory experiences

diminishes swelling

eases discomfort of teething

encourages cell regeneration

enlivens

helps heal burns and wounds

promotes sleep

protects cells from oxidation

reduces redness

relaxes cramping

relieves shock

relieves stress

settles digestion

strengthens

soothes

uplifts

cleanses pores

clears acnew

rediuces puffiness

USES

acne

all skin types

allergies

anger

apathy

blemished skin

burns

chapped skin

combination skin

couperose skin

cuts

dehydrated skin

depression

dermatitis

dry skin

eczema

enlarged capillaries

erythema

fear

hair care:

normal hair

dry hair

oily hair

dandruff

hair cleansing

hair highlights (blonde)

scalp dermatitis

headache

hyper-sensitivity

impatience

indigestion

inflamed joints

inflamed skin

insect bites

insomnia

instability

irritated skin

muscular pain

nausea

nervous tension

neuralgia

normal skin

overwork

panic

psoriasis

puffiness

rashes

scars

sensitive skin

skin infections:

bacterial

viral

skin inflammations

rashes

rejuvenation

shock

skin growths

spider veins

sprains

stress

sun-damaged skin

teething pain

toothache

wounds

cleansers

lotions

facial masks

soaps

salves

eye creams

massage oil

baths (relaxing)

Chamomile essential oil can effectively minimize irritability and nervousness in many children and has been used for centuries to calm crying children, soothe stomachaches and relieve teething pain. Relaxes facial tension.

Can be used neat to calm skin irrittion.

Chamomile helps wound healing by primoting tissue granulation and epithelialization.

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

German chamomile is a fragrant, low annual herb growing up to 0.6 m tall with delicate feather leaves and simple daisy-like white flowers on a single stem. Also known as German chamomile, Hungarian chamomile, and sweet false chamomile, Matricaria recutita is the True (and Blue) Chamomile which grows all over Europe, particularly Central and Northern Europe, with Hungary being its main producer.

ABOUT THE OIL

German, or Blue, Chamomile essential oil is a deep, inky-blue somewhat viscous oil obtained by steam distillation from the dried flower heads of Matricaria recutita. The essential oil content of the plant is highest at the beginning of flowering. The pure undiluted oil has an intense odor which many find overwhelming and unpleasant.

The anti-inflammatory properties of German chamomile oil are well documented when used topically. The compound most attributed to German chamomile’s anti-inflammatory property is not something in the plant itself, but formed from the naturally-occurring compound matricarin, which is converted into the blue-colored chamazulene by the action of steam during distillation. In 1664, when German chamomile was first distilled in glass, the distillers were surprised to see the blue color, which they previously thought was due to a reaction of the oil to the copper stills.

OF INTEREST

Since antiquity chamomile flowers have been used internally for digestive disorders and externally for skin and mucous membrane irritations. German chamomile flowers are now extensively used a an herbal tea and the essential oil is widely used in cosmetics.

It has been difficult to ascertain which species were used historically, as many plants within the Asteraceae family were referred to by the common name of Chamomile.

CHEMISTRY

α-Bisabolol oxide A

Chamazulene

α-Bisabolol oxide B

α-Bisabolene oxide

(Ε)-β-Farnesene

Germacrene D

bisabolol (promotes healing; granulation), terpenes, flavonoids and hydroxy-cinnamic-acid derivatives

α-Bisabolol oxide A

Chamazulene

α-Bisabolol oxide B

α-Bisabolene oxide

(Ε)-β-Farnesene

Germacrene D

bisabolol (promotes healing; granulation), terpenes, flavonoids and hydroxy-cinnamic-acid derivatives

calming | relaxing | soothing

AROMATHERAPY

CALM CONTROL | EASY ACCEPTANCE

KEY WORD: STAMINA

Main Element: WOOD

Chakra: Throat

counteracts agitation or over-activity in any chakra

eases:

aggression

anger

anxiety

fear

grief

hysteria

impatience

irritability

loneliness

nervousness

panic

stress

tension

encourages:

communication

relaxation

understanding

organization

empathy

patience

Energetics

TCM

cool

neutral moisture

Both German Chamomile and Roman Chamomile have two main actions: smoothing the flow of the body’s Qi-energy helping to relax the nerves and relieve spasms and discomfort, and clearing heat and reducing inflammation.

Subtle Aromatherapy

Chamomile is harmonizing, peaceful and soothing to the spirit. Relating to the throat chakra, it can be used to help individuals to express their highest spiritual truth. It can be used to counteract agitation or over-activity in any chakra and can be used to heal the aura whenever heat, redness or anger are present.

PERFUMERY

AROMA NOTES

German chamomile essential oil is used in very small percentages in high-class perfumes to introduce a warm, rich undertone which lasts through all stages of evaporation. This “topnote-effect” is less pronounced than that of Roman chamomile.

intensely sweet

herbaceous

hay-like

with a fruity-fresh undertone

more bitter than Roman chamomile

Blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Naiouli, Pine, Ravensara, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Tea Tree

AROMA NOTES

German chamomile essential oil is used in very small percentages in high-class perfumes to introduce a warm, rich undertone which lasts through all stages of evaporation. This “topnote-effect” is less pronounced than that of Roman chamomile.

intensely sweet

herbaceous

hay-like

with a fruity-fresh undertone

more bitter than Roman chamomile

Blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Naiouli, Pine, Ravensara, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Tea Tree

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Mindy Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism

Mars, B. Beauty by Nature

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Mindy Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism

Mars, B. Beauty by Nature