Use OF Chamomile Essential Oil In Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils to accentuate ones health or well being. Today we are going to be talking about Chamomile oil, one of the most common oils used in aromatherapy today. With its relaxing benefits as well as sedative effects, Chamomile has has a fruity apple and straw smell. The flower is the main ingredient in this oil.
Chamomile Benefits:
Mental Benefits – during time of physical or emotional stress, chamomile calms the mind as well as eases tension. It will bring on feelings of peace and patients, and will also enhance calmness and relaxation. Chamomile herb, when used in tea will help treat insomnia.
Physical Benefits – provides a nerve numbing effect or nervine action, and will relieve nerve pain associated with neuralgia, headaches and toothaches. It is also known for its gentle relaxation effects for menopause and menstrual cramps. Chamomile is also a good remedy for problems in the gastrointestinal tract. This Herb provides relief from gastritis, diarrhea, colitis, peptic ulcers, flatulence, and bowel inflammation. It is also useful for urinary tract problems. Another possible use is for jaundice or liver problems.
With children that are teething or have earaches, chamomile may also be used.
Benefits for the Skin – Chamomile is is very good for treating problems of the skin. Such as burns, inflamed wounds, ulcers, dermatitis, eczema and rashes. Also good for most skin allergic conditions. Chamomile has been reported to to smooth skin, improving the elasticity and strength of skin. It may also be used to lighten hair that is already a light color.
The Use of Chamomile Oil:
In a bath – add 10 drops to a warm bathwater for a relaxation soak.
For headache – dilute with carrier oil and massage into temples.
For household – it is an excellent disinfectant
For sore muscles or joints – dilute with carrier oil and give a calming massage of Roman Chamomile.
Roman Chamomile may also be used in a diffuser to help headaches or nerves.
