Chamomile oil, Roman, USA

Category      Essential Oils

Species        Anthemis nobilis L., fam.

                       Asteraceae (Compositae)

Part                Flower

Method         Steam Distilled

Class             Ester

Country         USA

Code              AntNob2

Chamomile oil, Roman, USA

It is a pale bleu, mobile liquid with a sweet herbaceous somewhat fruity-warm tealeaf-like odor.

Roman Chamomile blends well with Bergamot, Jasmine bases, Labdanum products Neroli oil, Sage Clary oil, and Oakmoss products.

The pale blue color of the Roman Chamomile is due to the presence of a hydrocarbon, Chamazulene.  Chamomile oils are different from other oils analytically because they have the highest ester value of all essential oils known; about 300.  This is because of a high content of butyl-, amyl-, and hexyl esters of tiglic and angelic acids.  The ester content is over 80 percent.  These esters are responsible for the unique odor of Chamomile oils.

Action:  Calming for preanesthesia and tension, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, and skin regeneration.

Traditional Uses:  Roman chamomile is used extensively in Europe for the skin.  For centuries, mothers have used chamomile to calm crying children, ease earaches, reduce fevers, soothe stomachaches and indigestion, and relieve toothaches and teething pain.

Indications:  Roman chamomile may help calm and relieve restlessness and tension.  Its anti-infectious properties benefit cuts, scrapes, and bruises.

Other Uses:  Roman chamomile neutralizes allergies and increases the ability of the skin to regenerate.  It is a cleanser of the blood and also helps the liver discharge poisons.  This oil may help with allergies, bruises, cuts, depression, insomnia, muscle tension, nerves (calming and promoting nerve health, restless legs, and skin conditions such as acne, dermatitis, eczema, rashes, and sensitive skin.  It can effectively minimize irritability and nervousness in hyperactive children.

Application:  Diffuse or apply topically on the bottom of the feet, the ankles, the wrists, or on location.  Add to food or rice milk as a dietary supplement.  Among the gentlest oils used in aromatherapy.  All of the chamomiles are suitable for use on children.

Fragrant Influence:  Because Roman chamomile is calming and relaxing, it can combat depression, insomnia, and stress.  It minimizes anxiety, irritability, and nervousness.  It may also dispel anger, stabilize the emotions, and help release emotions that are linked to the past.

Safety Data:  If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.  Test for skin sensitivity.

Companion Oils:  Clary sage, geranium, lavender, or rose.