Blue Chamomile (German) Essential Oil

German Chamomile, also known as Blue Chamomile, is one of the most revered essential oils in aromatherapy and natural skincare. Distilled from the daisy-like flowers of Matricaria recutita, its striking deep blue colour comes from the presence of chamazulene, a compound formed during distillation and renowned for its powerful anti-inflammatory action.

The aroma is sweet, herbaceous, and fruity-apple like, with warm, honeyed undertones. It is at once soothing and grounding, making it a cornerstone oil for calming the skin, easing emotional tension, and supporting deep relaxation. Gentle yet potent, it is widely valued in both traditional herbalism and modern aromatherapy.

Aromatic Profile

Top Notes: Soft, sweet-apple freshness with a mild herbal edge
Heart Notes: Warm, hay-like, and herbaceous with honeyed depth
Base Notes: Subtle balsamic and grounding undertones

Its comforting profile makes it an anchor in blends designed for relaxation, skin care, and emotional balance.

Traditional Uses & Benefits

• Skin Care: Renowned for calming inflamed, sensitive, or irritated skin; often used for eczema, dermatitis, and redness.

• Anti-Inflammatory: Reduces swelling, muscle soreness, and joint discomfort.

• Relaxation: Promotes deep rest and supports relief from stress, anxiety, and insomnia.

• Digestive Support: Traditionally used to ease indigestion, bloating, and stomach upset.

• Children’s Care: Gentle enough (in correct dilutions) for soothing colic, teething, and restlessness.

Blending Suggestions

German Chamomile blends beautifully with:

Floral Oils: Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Geranium
Herbs & Woods: Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Cedarwood
Citruses: Bergamot, Mandarin, Sweet Orange
Resins: Frankincense, Myrrh, Benzoin

Its blue hue can lightly tint blends, adding a visual as well as aromatic dimension.

Usage

• Skincare: Dilute in carrier oils or creams to soothe sensitive or inflamed skin.

• Massage: Blended into oils for easing muscular aches or menstrual discomfort.

• Diffusion: Promotes calm and rest when inhaled, especially before sleep.

• Compresses: Applied (diluted) to swollen or irritated areas for relief.

Safety & Precautions

• Always dilute before applying to the skin.

• External use only.

• Generally considered safe, but avoid if allergic to plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family.

• If pregnant or under medical care, consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Technical Details

• Appearance: Deep blue to greenish-blue liquid

• Note: Middle

• Shelf Life: 3–4 years if stored properly (cool, dark place, airtight container)

• Plant Part: Flowering tops

• Extraction Method: Steam distillation

• Origin: UK

Soothing, protective, and profoundly calming, German Chamomile (Blue) Essential Oil is one of nature’s finest allies for skin and spirit. Its rare blue colour mirrors its unique chemistry—an oil as beautiful to behold as it is to experience.