Chamomile has a pronounced effect on the mind and nervous system. Its scent is intense, herbal and sweet, and is rejuvenative, eases depression and soothes irritability. It is calming and promotes restful sleep. Chamomile is a traditional medicine for children, and helps treat impatience, tension, teething pain, colic, flatulence and insomnia. It has strong anti-inflammatory properties.
Botanical Family:
Asteraceae
Part of the plant used:
flower heads
Method of extraction:
steam distillation or solvent extraction
Properties:
analgesic, anthelmintic, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, cholagogue, cicatrizant, disinfectant (urinary tract), fungicidal, hepatic, nerve sedative, stimulant (immune), stomachic, vasoconstrictor (local), vulnerary
Physical systems, conditions and uses:
Digestive: indigestion; Endocrine: menopause and PMS; Muscles and joints: arthritis; Nervous: headaches, insomnia; Skin: abscesses, allergies, boils, burns, inflammation, rashes, wounds
Emotional effects:
balancing, calming, soothing. It improves mood, and promotes relaxation and restful sleep.
Blending note:
middle
Blends well with:
benzoin, bergamot, clary sage, geranium, juniper, lavender, marjoram, patchouli, rose, and ylang ylang
Application:
Use as an inhalant with a diffuser or in a spritzer, or on skin with carrier oil, cream or salve. Use in hot compresses for treating boils, abscesses, infected wounds. Use in massage oils for treating external and internal inflammation, and arthritis. Use in the bath
Contraindications and safety:
Avoid during pregnancy. May cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Available in:
pure essential oil, Gentle Touch Massage Oil, Kinder Care Bubble Bath
