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Chamomile Blue

Botanical Name: Tanacetum annum

Anatomical areas: Skin, liver, spleen, colon, nervous system.

Allopathic uses: Anti-spasmodic, sedative, calming, emmenagogue, hepatic.

Indications: Sensitive skin, headache, insomnia, migraine, irritability, menopause, liver and spleen congestion, colitis, colic, depression, fire ant bites.

Holistic uses: In Chinese Medicine, yin energy, wood element. Helps release emotions linked to the past, dispels anger. When used on the throat area, helps expression of true feelings.

Contraindications: None. May cause dermatitis in some individuals. Can stain skin if applied neat.

Blending: Blends well with rose, geranium, lavender, myrtle, neroli, jasmine, marjoram, other chamomiles. Not more than 5% in blend.

Chemical Components: Chamazulene (sesqueterpenes).

Characteristics: Refreshing, aromatic, deeply sweet. Dark blue color, thick consistency.

Extraction: Steam distillation from flowers.