The scent of German Chamomile is deep, rich, tenacious, cocoa-like, and herbaceous. It is a middle-note scent with an odor intensity of about four out of five. Blending companions include florals, citrus, clary sage, geranium, and patchouli. For phys...
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The scent of German Chamomile is deep, rich, tenacious, cocoa-like, and herbaceous. It is a middle-note scent with an odor intensity of about four out of five. Blending companions include florals, citrus, clary sage, geranium, and patchouli. For physical ailments, this oil can be used as a sedative or an anti-inflammatory; it soothes sensitive skin and promotes wound healing. German chamomile is aloso used to ease oversensitivity, tension, hysteria, and anxiety; it also invites emotional support. This is the common tea herb so classic to English children's stories. The presence of azulene, a component produced in the heat of distifiation, colors the essential oil a beautiful blue.
Chamomile, German (Matricaria recutica)
Plant Family
Asteraceae (Compositae).
Synonyms
Blue chamomile (oil), Hungarian chamomile, scented mayweed, wild chamomile.
Description and Distriliution
A low-growing annual herb with sparse, finely divided leaves and daisy-like white flowers on single stems. The plant is native to Europe and northern Asia, but is extensively cultivated in Hungary and eastern Europe.
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the flower heads.
Nature of the Oil
An inky-blue viscous liquid with a pungent aroma faintly reminiscent of seaweed. The odour effect is calming if liked, though most people prefer the sweeter scent of Roman chamomile.
Main Constituents
Chamazulene (not present in the fresh plant, but produced during the process of distillation), bisabolol oxide, enyndicycloether, famesene.
Skin care (most skin-types), acne, allergies, boils, burns, eczema, inflamed skin conditions, earache, wounds, menstrual pain, pre-menstrual syndrome, headache, insomnia, nervous tension and other stress-related disorders.
Blends Well With
Citrus essences, clary sage, lavender, marjoram, geranium, neroli, rose. The oil is highly odoriferous, so use sparingly.
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Directions
All pure essential oils should be used with care. Do not apply directly into skin. A 2% dilution of essential oils to a base of carrier oil or lotion is recommended for all skincare and massage preparations.
Ingredients
100% Pure German Chamomile Essential Oil
Cautions
Although the oil is recommended for skin and respiratory allergies, in some cases it can actually exacerbate an existing condition or provoke an allergic reaction. To prevent such problems, always use the lowest advocated concentration, around 0.5 per cent. If you are prone to allergies, carry out a patch test beforehand. Avoid during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Additional Information
Essential Oils by RedSafari.com are 100% Pure Natural Essences derived from the highest quality fruits, flowers, leaves, spices, herbs and roots. Our essential oil distillers and growers are located around the world, operating ethically, organically and chemical-free.
RedSafari.com Essential Oils Are Not Tested On Animals.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
