Roman Chamomile Pure Essential Oil 5ml

Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis)

*Please Note 5ml provided in a 10ml bottle*

Aroma
Roman Chamomile essential oil has a sweet middle note smell, similar to sweet apples.

The plant
Roman Chamomile is also known as English chamomile, Sweet chamomile, and Garden chamomile. It is a delicate daisy-like flower that originates from Europe, with white petals and a yellow centrer. The flower is indigenous to England but is now widely cultivated in Germany, France, and Morocco.

The extraction
Roman chamomile essential oil is extracted by the steam distillation of the flowers.

Affects
Chamomile oil is rich in Azulene, a power anti-inflammatory that is formed during the
extraction process. The oil is used by aromatherapists for relaxation, peace, and patience and is renowned for its calming, soothing, properties, both physically and emotionally.
When used in skin treatments, chamomile oil has the ability to smooth out broken capillaries and improve elasticity. It is very effective in soothing dry, irritated skin.
Chamomile oil, in a diluted form, is suitable for young children to soothe and calm.

History
The name comes from the Greek meaning ‘ground apple’ and the Latin ‘Nobilis’ for noble flower.
Mythology tells us that the Ancient Egyptians dedicated this herb to the sun due to its ability to
treat fevers. Other sources tell us that it is a moon herb, due to its cooling effect.
Chamomile is widely used in hair care as it is able to highlight and condition hair.

Interesting fact
Chamomile is known as the ‘plant’s herb’ due to its ability to cure other plants that grow in its surrounding area.

Chemical constituents
Angelic, Methacrylic, Tiglic (Acid), Azuline (Sesquiterpene).

Blending
Chamomile blends well with bergamot, lavender, jasmine, tea tree, grapefruit, lemon, geranium, patchouli, rose geranium, and ylang-ylang.

Ingredients:
Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil

Direction for use:
Dilute 6-10 drops to add to a bath. Mix 5 drops with water to use on an oil burner. Mix 6-10 drops with hot water as an inhalation. Mix 5 drops per 10ml of carrier oil for massage.

Precautions:
Do not take internally. Keep away from children and eyes. If pregnant or have a medical condition consult your practitioner before use. If oil gets into your eyes splash out with water, seek medical advice if necessary. If unfamiliar with essential oils seek advice from a practitioner.