Chamomile

General Uses

• Dental care: Use as part of a cold compress for teething or toothache.
• Digestive aid: Add to unscented lotion or carrier oil and massage onto the abdomen for indigestion, stomach upset, flatulence, motion sickness, or nausea.
• Massage: Add to unscented massage lotion or carrier oil for aches, inflammation, or muscle spasms.
• Mood enhancing: Diffuse or add to bath water, unscented lotion, or carrier oil for anxiety, depression, insomnia, irritability, mood swings, or nervous tension.
• Respiratory aid: Diffuse in a room or add to unscented lotion or carrier oil and massage onto the chest for bronchitis, cough, cold, flu, or sinus congestion.
• Skin care: Add to unscented facial cleanser, toner, carrier oil, or aloe vera gel for acne, boils, burns, cuts and wounds, eczema, insect bites, or rashes.

Precautions

• Can cause a reaction when used directly on the face or sensitive skin; always use a carrier.
• Avoid if you have a ragweed allergy.
• Do not use during pregnancy.