Essential oils (Chamomile)

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100% pure , Natural, Certified Chamomile Essential oils.

 CHAMOMILE OIL

 

LATINNAME-----anthemis nobilis[romanchamomile]

                               Matricaria chamomile [german chamomile]

FAMILY-----compositaae

PLANT-------sun

EXTRACTION----distillation

AROMA----- afurity, apple –like fragrance.

 

FEATURES----indigenous to Britain and cultivated inGermany. France and morocco. Both roman and German chamomile sharemany features; about 12 inches high with white flower, yellowcentre and slightly furry leaves. German chamomile is slightlysmaller. Essential oil from both types contains azulene [a powerfulanti-inflammatory agent] not actually present in the plant butformed in the oil. German chamomile contains a little more and is adeep blue colour- sometimes known as ‘Hungarian chamomile- just toconfuse the issue.

 

HISTORY&MYTH ---- according to Culpeper, theEgyptians dedicated this herb to the sun since it cured fevers[heat]. Other sources say it is a moon herb because it has acooling effect. certainly the Egyptian priests recognized itssoothing properties where nervous complaints were concerned. It hascome down in history as the plans’ physician because it cures othershrubs when planted nearby.

The name is derived from the Greek meaning ‘groundapple’ and the Latin ‘nobills’ refers to noble flowers. usedextensively in shampoos throughout the ages particularly tohighlight and condition fair hair. These days it is often employedin cosmetics and perfumes. Chamomile tea has been a popular aid todigestion as well as promoting sound sleep. Also thought to helpjaundice and liver problems-perhaps that is why it is sometimesadded to liqueurs!

 

CHEMICALCONSTITUENTS---- anthemis nobills angelic,methacrylic, tiglic [acid], azuline [sesquiterpene], matricariachamomilla; cuminic [aldehyde], azuline[sesquiterpene].

 

PROPERTIES---- analgesic, antiallergenic,anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antiemetic, antiphlogistic,antipruritic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic,carminative, cholagogue, cicatrisant, digestive, diuretic,emollient, emmenagogue, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine,  sedative, splenetic, stomachic, sudorific, tonic,   vermifuge,vulnerary.

 

PRECAUTIONS---- an emmenagogue, so should be avoided inthe early months of pregnancy.

 

MIND---- a very soothing oil easing anxiety, tension,anger and fear promotes relaxation, gives patience, peace andallays worries. Calms the mind and is often helpful withinsomnia.

 

BODY---- its analgesic action eases dull muscular pain,particularly when connected to nervous conditions. Low back painseems to respond well. in the some way useful for headaches,neuralgia, toothache and earache.

          Useful with menstrual problems since it helps to regulate themenstrual cycle and eases period pain. a popular choice for calmingirritable effect ofpre-menstrual                   tension and menopause. Soothes the stomach and often relievesgastritis, diarrhoea, colitis, peptic ulcers, vomiting, windinflammation of the bowels-possibly useful for irritable bowelsyndrome. Also said to be helpful with liver problems, jaundice awell as disorders of the genitor-urinary tract.

                Indicated for use with repeated infections, since it stimulatesproduction of white corpuscles which help to fight bacteria andfortify the defence system. Could be effective againstanaemia.

 

EFFECT ON SKIN----- soothes burns, blisters, inflamedwounds, ulcers and boils. could be helpful with dermatitis, acne,herpes, psoriasis, hypersensitive skins as well as allergicconditions generally. smooths out broken capillaries, improvingelasticity. Good for dry and itchy skin, eases puffiness andstrengthens the tissues. An excellent skin cleanser.

 

BLENDS---- angelica, benzoin, bergamot, geranium,jasmine, lavender lemon, marjoram, neroli palmarosa patchouli,rose, ylangylang.                                                                                         

Essential oils (Chamomile)