German Chamomile essential oil, also known as Blue Chamomile, is one of the best aromatherapy oils (alongside Yarrow) for treating inflammation. It has a high 'chamazulene' content, an active organic compound produced during the distillation process, that gives the oil its deep, inky-blue colour. Chamazulene has powerful anti-inflammatory and skin healing properties which makes Chamomile essential oil particularly useful in treating aches and pains and allergic skin conditions. Mills (1991) also states that the compound has antispasmodic properties and can help reduce histamine-related reactions such as Hay Fever and some types of asthma and eczema.

German Chamomile is an annual herb with daisy-like flowers (the essential oil is steam-distilled from the flower heads). It costs more to grow and harvest which is why it is more expensive than Roman Chamomile. Both oils however have very similar properties.

Species: Matricaria recutica / Matricaria recutita

Plant family: Asteraceae

Origin: Egypt

Note: Middle

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Safety Note:	Avoid in early pregnancy
Skin:	Blue Chamomile essential oil has strong anti-inflammatory properties that are particularly useful for allergies, rashes and irritated skin conditions including eczema.
Mind:	Chamomile oil has a soothing, calming and balancing effect which can be beneficial for irritability, anger, anxiety, stress and tension.
Body:	Chamomile is an excellent choice for inflammation, aches and pains - particularly for 'angry, hot, red pain', as opposed to dull pain which is more suited to Roman Chamomile. It is useful in a warm compress on the tummy to help relieve the hot, burning symptoms of cystitis and can also be beneficial for tension headaches.
Blends well with:	Sandalwood, Rose, Geranium and Mandarin

Allergens Listing:

Limonene 1%, Linalool 0.4%

Facial oil for dry, sun damaged skin

50ml Apricot Kernel Oil, 8ml Jojoba, 2ml Red Carrot Oil, 2 drops German Chamomile essential oil, 2 Neroli, 2 Rose and 10 Lavender. Mix well and apply at night.

Massage gel for inflamed joints (i.e. arthritis)

100ml Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel, 20 drops Lavender essential oil, 10 Marjoram, 4 German Chamomile and 2 Peppermint. Massage in regularly.

Puffy sore eye lids (following crying or chronic exhaustion)

Make a cup of Chamomile tea. Take the tea bags out and lightly squeeze out the excess liquid. Place them on closed eyelids for 10 minutes. Preferably drink the tea too!

Warm compress for abscesses/boils

Place hot water in a bowl and add 2 drops Tea Tree essential oil and 2 drops German Chamomile. Place a square of muslin in the water, then remove and squeeze out, before placing on the affected area. Repeat 3-4 times, blot dry and then apply 1 drop of neat Tea Tree oil.

Fragrance
Fragrance Note	Middle
Benefits
Properties	Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Antiphlogistic, Bactericide, Carminative, Cholagogue, Cicatrisant, Emmenagogue, Hepatic, Sedative, Stomachic, Vulnerary
Conditions	Cystitis, Eczema, Indigestion, Muscle Pain, Sensitive Skin, Wounds
Skincare
Skin Types	Mature, Sensitive

Chamomile (German / Blue) Essential Oil

German Chamomile or Blue Chamomile essential oil has an intense, sweet aroma with herbaceous top notes and fruity, slightly bitter undertones. Excellent for soothing pain and inflammation, headaches, stress and anxiety and allergies such as hay fever and eczema.

Product Code: EO-C11
Availability: In Stock