Chamomile
Originated from England, the Chamomile has a variety of species, but essential oils can only be extracted from the Roman and German Chamomile. These two species are about
30cm in height, with white petals, yellow core and slightly hairy leaves. The Chinese has been using it as a medicine throughout history while the English plant them along
the sidewalks. At present, Queen Elizabeth is so fond of Chamomile that this plant is grown all over the Buckingham Palace.
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Source/volatility:
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Flower / medium.
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Smell:
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Apple-like.
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Main functions:
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Pain-relieving, soothing, calming, skin care.
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Physiological effect:
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Relieves headache and nervous tension, regularises menstrual period, relieves menstrual pain, pre-menstrual and menopause symptoms. It also soothes the stomach, cures spasms,
inflammation, gastric pain and indigestion. Massages by using Chamomile can relieve muscle pain and swollen joints. Relieves gastritis, diarrhoea, vomiting and other intestinal
disorders. It is able to enhance the immune system and antianaemia. The German Chamomile is suitable for children, it is more effective in enhancing immune system and curing
inflammation.
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Skin Care:
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Relieves swelling, strengthens tissues, restores broken capillaries, adds suppleness, suitable for normal sensitive skins, such as those with red spots, swelling, dry, urticaria,
inflamed and peeled skins.
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Emotional effect:
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Calming, relieves anxiety, tension, anger and fear, insomnia, antidepressant, calms down restlessness during menopause.
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Contraindication:
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Avoid during first 3 months of pregnancy as it might cause menstruation to occur.
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