Skin Care: It is a valuable oil for many skin problems, especially where the skin is very sensitive, red or dry. Its most important application is in the treatment of allergies, such as eczema, urticaria, dry flaky and itchy conditions. Having a bath with drops of Chamomile in can soothe skin conditions and also help to calm a person if they are suffering from stress which can cause some problem skin conditions.
It is good for use in hot compresses on boils, abscesses, infected cuts. It is good for temporary relief on tooth abscesses until a person can go to the dentist. Teething infants can be soothed by rubbing a little Camomile diluted to 1% into the cheeks.
The action of Chamomile can help to cause small blood-vessels to shrink and therefore reduce the redness of cheeks due to enlarged capillaries. It may be months before a benefit is seen for this.
Circulation, Muscles and Joints: It is good to use for muscular pain and inflamed joints. It is very effective for sprains, inflamed tendons and swollen painful joints. A cold compress is best for treating this.
Digestive system: Chamomile tea, and a massage of the area can be used for internal inflammatory conditions such as colitis, gastritis and diarrhoea. Again as tension is often linked with these
conditions Chamomile can help to calm and stabilise the emotions.
Genito-urinary system: Menstrual pain and menopausal problems can, in many instances be relieved by a combination of compresses, massage, baths and teas. It will help with fluid retention while its gently antidepressant action will help with the feelings of stress.
Nervous system: As with many essential oils the mental and emotional effects parallel its physical effects and Chamomile is soothing, calming and antidepressant. It helps especially where a person is fretful, irritable or nervous. Chamomile can be used as an alternative or blended with Lavender in baths to relieve insomnia.
Mixing Oils: It blends well with Lavender, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Rosemary, Marjoram, spices and florals.
