Roman Chamomile hydrosol, also called Noble Chamomile, is very gentle, even more so than the essential oil! If the latter cannot be used for newborns, this is not the case for hydrosol, which is also the preferred hydrosol for mothers and babies. Anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic and calming, it is indicated to relieve colitis, teething and diaper rash. In short, the daily worries of toddlers, but also those of adults, against stress, irritated skin or digestive pain. Latin name: Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All. Distilled part: flowering tops
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Main properties
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calming, relaxing :
with its sweet smell, Roman Chamomile regulates emotions to promote relaxation in cases of stress and anxiety. It also helps improve the quality of sleep to sleep better at night, and helps to defuse anxiety and nervous attacks. It acts as a sedative.
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anti-inflammatory :
roman Chamomile hydrosol calms the body's inflammatory reactions at all levels. At the skin level, it helps relieve irritated eyes, sunburn, eczema and all kinds of itching. Internally, it can act on intestinal inflammations for example.
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analgesic :
roman Chamomile hydrosol, like the essential oil, is slightly analgesic. It soothes various pains in babies such as teething or colic, but also in adults, in cases of migraine or skin pain.
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antispasmodic :
by fighting against involuntary spasms of the body, Roman Chamomile hydrosol helps relieve certain digestive and nervous disorders.
Against the Insomnia
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months.
- Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon in a glass of water or in a baby bottle. It is also possible to spray the hydrosol on the nipple before feeding.
- In atmospheric spray, spray the hydrosol in the air before bedtime.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, add 1 teaspoon of the following mixture to a cup of hot water, to take at 6 p.m. and at bedtime:
- 10 mL of Lemon Verbena hydrosol
- 20 mL of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 20 mL of True Lavender hydrosol
- 10 mL of Linden hydrosol
- 20 mL of Marjoram hydrosol
- 20 mL of Orange Blossom hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
In case of Teething
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months. Orally, spray Roman Chamomile hydrosol into the oral cavity several times a day.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, spray the following mixture into the oral cavity:
- 1 tablespoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 1 tablespoon of Lavender Officinale hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
Against the Colic
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months. Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol in a glass of water or in a baby bottle. It is also possible to spray the hydrosol on the nipple before feeding.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, add the following hydrosols to a cup of lukewarm water, take every hour until improvement:
- 1 teaspoon of Basil hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
Source: Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Paris: Ed. Medici.
In case of' Nappy rash
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months. Dermal, spray Roman Chamomile hydrosol on the affected areas or apply a compress soaked in hydrosol to the skin.
Against the Agitation, Hyperactivity (children)
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months.
- Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol in a glass of water, twice a day.
- Dermal, add Roman Chamomile hydrosol to the bath water: 2 to 3 teaspoons for the little ones, and a few tablespoons for the older ones.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Add 1 teaspoon of the following mixture to a glass of water to drink, 3 times a day:
- 50 mL of Spikenard hydrosol
- 50 mL of Neroli hydrosol
- 50 mL of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
In case of Nervous tic
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 months.
- Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol in a glass of water, twice a day.
- Dermal, add Roman Chamomile hydrosol to the bath water: 2 to 3 teaspoons for the little ones, and a few tablespoons for the older ones.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, against nervous tics, pour 2 tablespoons of the mixture into 1 L of water, and drink the liter during the day 3 weeks per month.
- 300 mL of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 300 mL of Marjoram hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
Against the Anxiety, Stress
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months.
- Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol in a glass of water, twice a day.
- Through the skin, add Roman Chamomile hydrosol to the bath water: 2 to 3 teaspoons for the little ones, and a few tablespoons for the older ones.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, mix the following hydrosols in a glass of water, to drink twice a day:
- 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Lemon Verbena hydrosol
Source: Faucon, M., & Canac, P. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy, hydrosols (1st ed.). Paris: Ed. Blood of the Earth.
To fight against Colitis, Difficult digestion, Digestive disorders, Digestive spasms
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months. Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol in a glass of water to drink twice a day after meals, or in a baby bottle.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Orally, add the following hydrosols to a cup of lukewarm water, and repeat if necessary:
- 1 teaspoon of Basil hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Marjoram hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
Source: Bosson, L. (2015). Hydrolatherapy. Brussels: Editions Amyris.
In case of' Eczema, Urticaria
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months. Through the skin, spray Roman Chamomile hydrosol on the affected areas or apply a compress soaked in hydrosol to the skin.
In case of Conjunctivitis, Stye, Tired eyes
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months. Through the skin, apply a compress soaked in hydrosol to the eyes and their contours and hold for 5 minutes, 2 to 4 times a day.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Through the skin, mix and apply a soaked compress to closed eyes, for 5 to 10 minutes, morning and evening:
- 1 teaspoon of Cornflower hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
Source: Faucon, M., & Canac, P. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy, hydrosols (1st ed.). Paris: Ed. Blood of the Earth.
In case of Psoriasis
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months. Through the skin, spray Roman Chamomile hydrosol on the affected areas or apply a compress soaked in hydrosol to the skin.
Use in synergy
From 3 months. Cutaneously, against psoriasis, spray the affected area with the following mixture, 2 to 3 times a day.
- 50 mL of Himalayan Spikenard hydrosol
- 100 mL of Geranium Bourbon hydrosol
- 50 mL of Atlas Cedar hydrosol
- 50 mL of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 50 mL of Italian Helichrysum hydrosol
Source: Bosson, L. (2015). Hydrolatherapy. Brussels: Editions Amyris.
For the Dry skin, Irritated skin, Sensitive skin
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 months. Dermal, spray Roman Chamomile hydrosol on the affected areas or apply a compress soaked in hydrosol to the skin.
Use in synergy
For adults and adolescents. Spray the following mixture twice a day after washing your face:
- 50 mL of Damask Rose hydrosol
- 50 mL of Roman Chamomile hydrosol
- 50 mL of Yarrow hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
Characteristics and composition
Cosmetic features
- Hair type: blonde, irritated scalp.
- Skin type: dry, irritated, sensitive.
Main molecules
- pinocarveol
- esters
Organoleptic characteristics
- Appearance: mobile liquid
- Color: colorless to whitish
- Odor: fresh, characteristic.
- Taste: woody.
- PH: 5.5 to 7.0
Botanical characteristics
- Latin name: Chamaemelum nobile (L.) Allioni
- Botanical family: Asteraceae
- Distilled part: flowering tops
- Country of origin: Metropolitan France.
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Bibliography
Publication: Johnson, W. (2017). Safety Assessment of Anthemis nobilis–Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics. International Journal of Toxicology, 36, 57–66. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817705620
Work : Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Paris: Ed. Medici.
Work : Zahalka, J.P. (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
Work : Faucon, M., & Canac, P. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy, hydrosols (1st ed.). Paris: Ed. Blood of the Earth.
Work : Bosson, L. (2015). Hydrolatherapy. Brussels: Editions Amyris.