Chamomile Essential OilMatricaria RecuticaFamily - CompositaeEssence from Flowers of the plantFragrance Apple-like, light, aromatic, sharpPrincipal properties and indicationsKeywords Balancing Calming Soothing ChildrenChamomile is anti-infectious, anti-depressant, anti-neuralgic, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-spasmodic, antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, carminative, cholagogue, cicatrisant, emmenagogue, febrifuge, hepatic, sedative, nervine, digestive, tonic, sudorific, stomachic, vermifuge and vulnerary.Neurological / Emotional Depression Hysteria Insomnia Irritability, restlessness, impatience, states of anger, oversensitivityUse in bath, compress, diffuser, inhalation, massageCirculatory Anaemia Stimulates the white blood cells (leucocytes) and therefore boosts the immunesystem Fevers (encourages sweating and combats the fever)Use in bath, compress, diffuser, inhalation, massageDigestive All digestive problems and in particular children's digestive problems (colic,stomach pains, diarrhoea) Colitis Difficult and painful digestion Flatulence Liver and spleen congestion VomitingUse in bath, compress, diffuser, inhalation, massageChamomileHead Earache Headaches/Migraine Neuralgia Teething pains/toothache/gingivitisUse in bath, compress, diffuser, inhalation, massageMuscular / Joints All aches and pains whether in the muscles, joints or organs Cramp and stitch Dull aches Muscular aches RheumatismUse in bath, compress, massageSkin care Acne Allergies (eruptions due to allergies e.g. urticaria) Burns Dry, inflamed skin Sensitive skinUse in bath, compress, massageGenito-Urinary All female disorders, especially when associated with nervous tension Menopause P.M.T. Painful periods Irregular periods Scanty or absent menstruation Excessive blood loss Diuretic Vulvar itchingUse in bath, compress, massage, sitz bathChamomile is an excellent remedy for use with infants - very similar tolavender. It is low in toxicity and can be used for all children's complaints - colic,ear and throat infections, irritability, temper tantrums, skin infections, allergiesand asthma. It contains azulene which is an excellent anti-inflammatory agentwhich, although not present in the fresh flower, is formed when the plant isdistilled.