Ancient Wisdom Chamomile Roman (D) Essential Oil - 10ml Bottle

The Chamomile essential oil available at The House of Eden is a 5% dilution in grapeseed oil.

Unwind and de-stress with Roman Chamomile (D) essential oil. When fresh, Roman Chamomile yields a light blue essential oil. It can be extracted from the flower and the upper parts of the plant. Roman Chamomile is evergreen and has a fresh apple smell.

This oil is good to use in a diffuser; it is believed to calm headaches and migraines.

Roman Chamomile has been used in Europe, in particular the Mediterranean region, for over 2,000 years. It was employed by the ancient Egyptians and the Moors, and it was one of the Saxons' nine sacred herbs (then known as Maythen). It was also known as the 'plant's physician' as it promoted the health of nearby plants. 

Its actions include analgesic, anti-anaemic, antineuralgic, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, febrifuge, hepatic, hypnotic, nerve sedative, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge, and vulnerary.

Uses:
Skincare: Acne, allergies, boils, burns, cuts, chilblains, dermatitis, earache, eczema, hair care, inflammations, insect bites, rashes, sensitive skin, teething pain, toothache, and wounds. 
Circulation, muscles and joints: Arthritis, inflamed joints, muscular pain, neuralgia, rheumatism, and sprains.
Digestive system: Dyspepsia, colic, indigestion, and nausea.
Genito-urinary system: Dysmenorrhoea, menopausal problems, and menorrhagia.
Nervous system: Headache, insomnia, nervous tension, migraine, and stress-related complaints.

SAFETY: Can cause dermatitis in some individuals.

Latin Name: Anthemis Nobilis.
Part of Plant Used: Flowers
Source: United Kingdom
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation.