Roman Chamomile - Oil of Spiritual Purpose

Roman Chamomile is first and foremost calming—to the body and to the emotions. Its scent is gentle, yet potent. Roman Chamomile provides a truly soothing experience for the mind and body as well as the skin. In ancient Rome, Roman Chamomile was used to help soldiers take courage during times of war. Since then, Roman Chamomile essential oil has become popular for its sweet, soothing nature. With a unique, floral scent and chemical components known for their soothing abilities, Roman Chamomile essential oil is a must-have for any essential oil collection.

Roman Chamomile essential oil is one of dōTERRA’s Therapeutic Wellness products that is listed with the Australian Government Department of Health Therapeutic Goods Administration as a Medicine Product.

Roman Chamomile Essential Oil is most commonly known for its sweet, floral scent. When diffused, it can help to create a calming and relaxing environment. It can also be added to lotions and creams to help soothe dry skin or irritations. In addition, Roman Chamomile can be used to promote healthy digestion and reduce inflammation. Whether you are looking to relax after a long day or soothe an upset stomach, chamomile oil may be the perfect solution.

Roman Chamomile oil can be used in a diffuser, added to a bath or massage oil, or applied topically with a carrier oil. When used topically, it is best to dilute the oil before applying it to the skin. Roman Chamomile essential oil is also effective in assisting with digestive issues like nausea, indigestion, and gas. Chamomile tea has long been used as a home remedy for an upset stomach.

Roman Chamomile Essential Oil Benefits

Roman Chamomile oil is derived from the Chamomile flower (Anthemis nobilis) and has a sweet, apple-like aroma. This essential oil is pale yellow in color and has a thin consistency. It is steam distilled from the flowers and is commonly used in aromatherapy. Roman Chamomile oil is best known for its calming and relaxing properties.

Roman Chamomile oil has a host of benefits that include:

Soothing and calming for the mind and body
Relaxes the nervous system
Helpful for assisting with anxiety and depression
Helps to fight inflammation
Helpful for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis

Whether you’re looking for an all-natural way to reduce stress or you’re hoping to enjoy the benefits of Roman Chamomile essential oil, diffuser blends are an excellent option.

With a chemical profile full of esters and other calming constituents, Roman Chamomile oil can be helpful in soothing the systems of the body when used internally. Keep a bottle of Roman Chamomile oil on hand and take a drop or two with water when your mind or body need help to calm down. Day or night, this oil can help create feelings of comfort when you need them most.
The soothing properties of Roman Chamomile are also helpful for when you want to soothe your skin or tame your hair. People often use Roman Chamomile for skin by adding one to two drops of the oil in a daily moisturiser. Incorporating Roman Chamomile into your daily skincare regimen will help you utilize the soothing benefits of Roman Chamomile while promoting youthful-looking skin. If you want to use Roman Chamomile oil for hair, you might consider adding a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner. Not only will this promote healthy-looking hair, but it will also leave your locks with a fresh and floral scent.
Aside from its soothing qualities, Roman Chamomile oil may also help support healthy immune system function when used internally. To reap the immune-supporting benefits of Roman Chamomile, you can easily add it to your water or a hot beverage in order to take the essential oil internally.
A great time to take advantage of the soothing, calming benefits of Roman Chamomile is at bedtime. If you feel frazzled from a long, stressful day, apply Roman Chamomile oil to the bottoms of your feet during your bedtime routine. The sweet, herbaceous aroma of the oil will help set the stage before you go to sleep. You can also diffuse the oil in your bedroom using the essential oil diffuser of choice to help create a soothing atmosphere at the end of a long day.
Possibly one of the most popular uses for the Roman Chamomile plant and Roman Chamomile is in herbal teas or hot drinks to add flavour, and provide soothing benefit. If you enjoy a warm cup of tea first thing in the morning, during a break at work, or while you read your favourite novel before bed, consider adding one to two drops of Roman Chamomile to an herbal tea or hot beverage. Adding Roman Chamomile oil to your favorite tea will help soothe the body and mind—no matter the time of day.
Diffusing Roman Chamomile not only soothes the mind, but it can help soothe anger and irritability on those days when you are feeling agitated or find yourself in the middle of a contentious situation. When you feel angry or irritable, diffuse Roman Chamomile in your diffuser of choice, and allow the calming, floral tones to wash over you. If you don’t have time to diffuse the oil while you wait to calm down, you can also place one to two drops of the oil in your hands, rub them together, and inhale slowly for 30 seconds. This will allow you to harness the calming power of Roman Chamomile while you deal with frustrating or irritating situations.
While diffusing Roman Chamomile can create a peaceful atmosphere, you can also apply the oil topically for a relaxing sensation. When you want to spend a peaceful evening at home, apply Roman Chamomile to your wrists and neck. For feelings of well-being, apply the oil to your chest, over the heart. When applied topically, dōTERRA Roman Chamomile will help soothe the soul, while leaving a refreshing scent behind.

Chemistry of Roman Chamomile Oil

Main Chemical Components: 4-methylamyl angelate, isobutyl angelate, isoamyl tiglate

The chemical makeup of Roman Chamomile essential oil contributes to the oil’s calming and soothing properties for the skin when used topically, as well as its ability to calm the mind when used aromatically and the body when used internally. Roman Chamomile includes esters known for their calming properties. Essential oils high in esters are calming, relaxing, and have balancing effects on mood when diffused. The esters in Roman Chamomile, are known for their ability to reduce the appearance of blemishes when applied topically. Due to the unique chemical makeup of esters, ingesting Roman Chamomile is also very useful for soothing the systems of the body.

Oils that blend well with Roman Chamomile oil

Roman Chamomile blends well with other floral essential oils like Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, and Clary Sage for diffusion. You can also blend Roman Chamomile essential oil with citrus oils like Bergamot. It also blends well with the sweet, woody aroma of doTERRA Balance^®, which includes Blue Chamomile.