20/02/2023
🌼Chamomile has long been one of the most popular herbs and is known for its calming powers. German and Roman chamomile are both flowering plants that are widely cultivated around the world. However, despite sharing the name “chamomile” and having an incredibly similar appearance, they are not entirely the same.....either.
One of the main differences between German and Roman chamomile is that one is annual while the other is perennial. As perennial, Roman chamomile continually regrows every year.
🌼Properties & Benefits in essential oils.
(I am talking about 100% essential oil.
P.S. According to aromatherapy standard, any essential oil attain a minimum of 70% organic, the 'Organic' label will be issued. So this is up to your own choice to make decision whether to buy therapeutic grade or organic grade essential oil.) Besides, the temperature control & environmental factors, affecting the time of the distillation process (hence the chemical structure & properties of the constituents should not be altered in order to be classified as therapeutic grade.)
ℹ️So let's talk about in laymen terms?
Which one 🕜 is better for sleep?
There are two types of chamomile; the Roman chamomile essential oil is better known for reducing anxiety, while German chamomile relieves pain. A study has shown that the Roman chamomile scent helps promote better sleep and reduce anxiety amongst its participants.
Reference:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5650245/ #:~:text=German%20Chamomile%20(Matricaria%20recutita)%20extract
🌼Roman Chamomile is also known as English Chamomile. The plant used to produce english chamomile comes from northwestern Europe and northern Ireland.
🌼Roman Chamomile has a sweet straw and apple-like aroma;
while
🌼German Chamomile has an intensely sweet, warm, herbaceous aroma with sweet tobacco-like undertones.
🌼 Roman Chamomile is considered as one of the finest smelling of all Chamomiles.
Some ways to use:
🌼Roman Chamomile has a warm, sweet and fruity scent that is wonderful for supporting healthy skin, providing muscle support and supporting the occasional headache when diffused.
🌼Supports occasional headaches when diffused.
Supports healthy skin when added to cSupports a healthy immune system when combined with Lavender, Peppermint or Sandalwood.
Supports a healthy musculoskeletal system when combined with Lavender Essential Oil.
Supports a healthy integumentary system when combined withreams and lotions,
🌼Supports a healthy rest when added to your diffuser.
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🌼German Chamomile is is the other chamomile species that can be used medicinally. It’s known as blue chamomile and comes from Southern and Eastern Europe.
🌼German Chamomile
ℹ️Supports a healthy immune system when combined with Lavender, Peppermint or Sandalwood.
ℹ️Supports a healthy musculoskeletal system when combined with Lavender Essential Oil.
ℹ️Supports a healthy integumentary system when combined with Helichrysum and Peppermint, or Vetiver Essential Oil.
🌿Chemical properties:
ℹ️German Chamomile is blue in color – that color comes from it’s azulen content.💜
That blue color has some pretty amazing properties that allow wonderful support of the immune, and respiratory system.
🙏SO WHAT OIL IS BEST?
If you have children, Roman Chamomile is much more gentle. For those who are looking at greater support for the immune and respiratory system, then German Chamomile might be the best option.
German Chamomile Vitality is offered for dietary support and can be taken in a veggie capsule for immune support.
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