Essential Oils

Blue Hungarian Chamomile

matricaria recutita

General Description
Chamomile has ben used for thousands of years and has rightfully earned a medical reputation in Europe and the Mediterranean. Still used heavily today all over the world, chamomile is known as the "plant physician" for its beneficial effects on the health of other plants. Chamomile is used for applications usually involving insomnia or needing a highly restful sleep. Added to a hot bath this oil helps put its bather into a state of deep relaxation and tranquility. Chamomile mixes especially well with the essential oils of bergamot, sage, jasmine, neroli, rose, geranium, and lavender. Used as a massage oil chamomile is known to have a deep stress relieving quality and relaxing effect.

How It's Made
Chamomile is made by steam distillation of the flower heads.

Aroma: Fresh and floral.

Strength: Fairly Strong

Properties

Muscles Helps with Arthritis Helps with Rheumatism Muscular Aches Sprain Pain Relief Inflamed Joints Digestive Helps Digestion Helps with Dyspepsia Reduces Nausea Useful for Colic Nervous System Relieves Migraines Helps with Stress-Related Disorders Helps with Insomnia Helps with Nervous Strain General Headaches Skin Reduces Acne Relieves Insect Bites Helps with Rashes Helps with Allergies Helps with Burns Helps with Cuts Useful for Sensitive Skin Helps with Wounds