* Please Note: This information is based partly on Traditional Medicine which uses natural materials to support health. This information has not been evaluated or approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These 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.
Cautions: May cause dermatitis in some. [Julia Lawless, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils (Rockport, MA: Element Books, 1995), 168.] by Robert Tisserand does not indicate any special precautions when using this oil. [Robert Tisserand, (United Kingdom: Churchill Livingstone, 1995), 204.]
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Anonymous - April 25, 2006, 11:14
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Is this oil good for arthritis and how should you use it? Also can we grow it at home and use the flowers or other parts of the plant for degenerative arthritis?
ZooScape Moderator - April 26, 2006, 10:08
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Degenerative arthritis should be evaluated and closely monitored by a qualified healthcare professional. Additionally, upon recommendation of any herbs or supplements made by us, your doctor needs to be made aware in order to identify any potential contraindications or drug interactions.
Because of the difficult steam distillation process and the quantity of raw plant material needed to make it, German blue chamomile essential oil would be next to impossible for you or I to manufacture. It's quite expensive for the same reasons. However, the plant is cultivated in North America, is fairly easy to grow in cool conditions, and it can be dried for use in teas and even more primitive packs/poultices. While I haven't come across any specific studies relating chamomile tea to arthritis, there have been favorable results for chamomile tea drinkers with respect to colds, muscle cramps, spasms, and other ills.
German, or blue, chamomile essential oil does possess anti-inflammatory properties, and its blue tone indicates a higher presence of azulene (one of its active compounds) as compared with other chamomile varieties. Just a few drops can be added to a carrier oil (so a little goes a long way!) like olive or sweet almond and the resultant mixture can be rubbed into painful joints.
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
Avoid contact with sensitive areas, such as eyes. Citrus oils are photosensitive and should not be applied prior to sun exposure. During pregnancy, use only with advise from a trained aromatherapist. For external use only. Keep all bottles out of reach of children.
Label Information
USAGE: Add 1-3 drops of Bianca Rosa® essential oil to every 5 mL (1 tsp.) of carrier oil for massage or skin care needs. Add 5-15 drops (depending on strength desired) to bath water. Add a few drops of oil to a water-filled spray bottle to create a refreshing room spray, or add to diffusers to create warm room scent. CAUTIONS: Always do a test patch when applying oils to the skin (particularly citrus oils) to determine if itching, soreness, or redness develop. Store away from heat and light. Keep away from eyes, nose, and mouth. Bianca Rosa® essential oils are for EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
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."
