German Chamomile Essential Oil "matricaria recutita"

Blue chamomile, also known as German chamomile or Matricaria recutita, is a plant commonly used to produce essential oil. The properties, uses, method of obtaining and origin of blue chamomile essential oil are described below:

Origin: Blue chamomile is a plant native to Europe and Asia, but is currently cultivated throughout the world.

Properties: Blue chamomile essential oil has a sweet, herbaceous and fruity aroma, and is dark blue in color. Its properties include its ability to calm the mind and reduce anxiety, its anti-inflammatory effect and its ability to soothe irritated or inflamed skin.

Uses: Blue chamomile essential oil is commonly used in aromatherapy to reduce stress and anxiety. It is also used in skin care products, such as creams, lotions, and soaps, due to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. In addition, it is used in the cosmetic and food industries as a natural flavoring and fragrance.

Obtaining method: Blue chamomile essential oil is obtained through steam distillation of the dried flowers of the plant. It takes a large number of flowers to produce a small amount of essential oil, making it an expensive product.

In summary, blue chamomile essential oil is valued for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties, and is commonly used in aromatherapy and skin care products. It is obtained by steam distillation of the dried flowers of the plant and is an expensive product due to the number of flowers required to produce a small amount of essential oil. 

Botanical name: Matricaria recutita

INCI: Matricaria recutita Flower Oil

Family: Asteraceae

Part used: Flower head

Main components: farnesene, chamazulene

Cultivation: Conventional

CAS: 84082-60-0

EINECS: 282-006-5