Chamomile, Roman

Product Details

Botanical name

Anthemis nobilis (Chamaemelum nobile)

Extraction method / Source

Steam distillation / flowers

Aroma

Rich, sweet fruity, apple-like

Note

Middle

Odor Intensity

4

Key constituents

Isobutyl Angelate, Isamyl Methacrylate, Isomyl Angelate, Methyl Allyl Angelate, Isobutyl n-butyrate, 2-Methyl Butyl Angelate

Plant description

Botanical family: Asteraceae or Compositae (daisy)

Roman Chamomile is a low growing perennial plant which produces soft green leaves and sweet smelling small white flowers with yellow centers.

Regions of Production

England

Growing Practices

Cultivated without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.

History / Fun Facts

Roman Chamomile has been used historically to treat digestive and liver ailments, relieve toothaches, promote skin regeneration, and calm crying children.

Properties

Analgesic, antibacterial, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic, anti-parasitic, anti-phlogistic, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, digestive, emmenogogue, febrifuge, hepatic, sedative, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge, vulnerary (Battaglia, 2003).

Please refer to the Glossary for terms which may be new to you.

Uses / Benefits

Helps relieve stress, restlessness, anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, irritability/PMS, menstrual discomfort. Promotes healing of wounds and various skin conditions including acne, eczema and dermatitis. Soothes insect bites, reduces fever, aids digestion and helps detoxify blood and liver. Lends a sweet, fruity note in natural perfume making.

Fragrant influences

Calming, relaxing, helps reduce depression, anxiety, irritability and nervousness, dispels anger, stabilizes the emotions, helps release emotions linked to the past.

Modes of Administration

Topical: May be used neat (undiluted) on location or added to a carrier oil or lotion.

Blends well with

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli, Oakmoss, Palmarosa, Rose, Tea Tree

Safety

Nontoxic, non-sensitizing, may cause irritation to highly sensitive skin.

Notice

This information is for educational purposes only. It has not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease, and should not take the place of evaluation by a qualified health professional. Although we strive to provide information which is accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Precautions

Pure essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts. Do not use them undiluted, or in the eyes or mucus membranes. If applying an essential oil to the skin, always dilute it with a proper carrier oil and test on a small patch of skin before applying to a large area. Do not take them internally except under the direction of a qualified professional trained in Aromatherapy. Always familiarize yourself with the safety, contraindications and proper preparation of each essential oil before use. Note that when using essential oils for children and the elderly, very low concentrations should be used. Keep all essential oils away from children and pets.

References

Althea Press, Essential Oils: Natural Remedies, Althea Press, Berkeley, CA.

Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Second Edition, 2003. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Brisbane, Australia

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England, Allison, Aromatherapy for Mother and Baby, 1994. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Falconi, Dina, Earthly Bodies and Heavenly Hair: Natural and Healthy Personal Care for Every Body, 1998. Ceres Press, Woodstock, NY.

Green, Mindy, Natural Perfumes, 1999. Interweave Press, Loveland, CO.

Hampton, Aubrey, Natural and Organic Hair and Skin Care, 1987. Organica Press, Tampa, FL.

International Fragrance Research Association, http://www.ifraorg.org/en-us/standards (January 5, 2016)

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, (English translation)1998. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Schnaubelt, Kurt, The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils: The Science of Aromatherapy, 2011. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Tisserand, Robert and Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd edition, 2014. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, New York, NY

Tourles, Stephanie L, Hands On Healing Remedies, 2012. Storey Publishing, North Adams, MA.

United States Food and Drug Administration, HHS, 182.1 Substances That Are Generally Recognized as Safe, 182.20 Essential oils, Oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates), http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/CFR-2012-title21-vol3-sec182 (January 28, 2016)

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