Chamomile German Essential Oil 1/6 fl oz

Contains Azuline, a powerful anti-inflammatory. Has analgesic, antidepressant, antirheumatic and sedative properties, among many others.

Scent Characteristics: A fruity, apple-like fragrance.

Distillation Method: Steam distillation from the flowering tops.

Common Uses: Flavoring, Scent, Aromatherapy

Qualities & Properties: Analgesic, Antiallergenic, Anticonvulsive, Antidepressant, Antirheumatic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Digestive, Diuretic, Emollient, Sedative, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.

The dark blue color of this essential oil is from azulene which is formed during the distillation of the oil. The odor is sweet and adds a warm, long-lasting undertone in perfumes. All the Chamomiles are used in massage oils and herbal mixtures.

Traditionally used as a muscle relaxant, a soothing agent, a skin conditioner, and an aphrodisiac.

Blends well with bergamot, jasmine, labdanum, neroli, clary sage, rose.

The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Chamomile for 'External: Skin and mucous membrane inflammations, as well as bacterial skin diseases, including those of the oral cavity and gums. Inflammations and irritations of the respiratory tract (inhalations). Ano-genital inflammation (baths and irrigation). Internal: Gastrointestinal spasms and inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.'

'Actions: Antiphlogistic; Musculotropic; Antispasmodic; Promotes wound healing; Deodorant; Antibacterial; Bacteriostatic; Stimulates skin metabolism.'

Modern clinical studies have confirmed that German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and Roman chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) share many of the same constituents, and that chamomile does indeed live up to its traditional reputation.

Chamomile contains numerous volatile oils and flavonoids which contribute to the herb's anti- antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and muscle relaxing action, especially in the gastrointestinal tract.

Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant.

Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method.

Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, with a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid.

Starwest’s pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more.

Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.