Roman chamomile essential oil

Latin name: Anthemis nobilis

Countries of origin: France, Italy, England, Hungary

Extraction method: distillation of flowers

Note and evaporation rate: high to middle

Cultivation method: conventional

Predominant chemical families: esters

We use it:

- for children's complaints: colic, insomnia, inflammatory conditions, irritability…

- for various types of pain: arthritis, sprains, inflamed muscles,…

- for calming, for insomnia, stress;

- for women's complaints: painful menstruation, PMS, rapid mood changes,…

- for digestive complaints: bloating, cramps, heartburn, nausea (including motion sickness), anorexia,…

Methods of use: in massage oils, ointments, creams and lotions, for inhalations, in a vaporiser/diffuser, in baths,…

Special warnings: No special warnings. If taking homeopathic remedies, consult your homeopath.

Allergens: limonene

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Blend for inflammation

25 ml St John's wort macerate

25 ml calendula macerate

6 drops EO Roman chamomile

7 drops EO helichrysum

6 drops EO frankincense boswellia

4 drops EO lavender

Preparation: Drop the essential oils into a dark 50 ml bottle and rub between the palms (mix well). Add the St John's wort and calendula macerates, close tightly, label and store in a cool, dark place.

Use: Apply the blend to the painful area and massage in well. Use 1–3 times daily.