German Chamomile Essential Oil

German Chamomile Essential Oil comes from the Chamomile flower that is native to Germany.  Chamomile has long been known to have anti-inflammatory effects.   This essential oil is gathered from the flower by steam distillation. This oil also has many healing properties.

 

Healing Properties of Pure Chamomile German Oil

 

Chamomile German oil is a calming soothing agent, it reduces inflammation and can be used for the following purposes:

 

• Skin Inflammation - It can be used to calm many skin inflammations, acne, skin rashes, bug bites and even diaper rash can be calmed. It is always recommended that this oil should be used with a carrier oil to prevent irritation.  Although it is very mild, there is still a potential for irritation. It can also be used to soothe burns, and to ease the pain of cuts and bruises.  It is perfect for dry skin conditions like eczema.

• Tooth Pain - Can be used to relieve the discomfort of a tooth ache, or teething simply by rubbing on the gums of the affected area.

• Calming Effects - Has calming effects that soothe the body and the mind.  This essential oil will calm the senses and prepare the body for sleep.

 

Purchasing and Using German Chamomile Oil

 

Organic German chamomile oil is typically delivered through aromatherapy, as a topical massage oil. It can be added to food or tea to help with digestive health.

 

This is a non-toxic essential oil, but is typically sold at 2% therapeutic grade because it is thought that at higher grades it may actually become an inflammatory.

 

This essential oil can be purchased in therapeutic strength drops or pre-mixed with carrier oils like olive oil, almond oil, jojoba oil and coconut oil.

 

German Chamomile essential oil can be purchased through most health food chains, online retailers and suppliers and some pharmacy shops either in small amounts or wholesale.