Chamomile: tea, tinctures and creams
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a plant whose flowers are used in herbal teas, tinctures and cosmetics. The selection includes teas with chamomile flowers, tinctures and drops, ointments, creams and lip balms with chamomile extract, sprays and food supplements containing chamomile.
In the catalogue: Herbal teas, Special care.
Related selections: Sea buckthorn, Liquorice, Calendula.
How to choose chamomile
The selection holds chamomile flowers and tea for brewing, and cosmetics with chamomile extract for the skin and the hair.
What the selection holds
- Flowers and tea – dried German chamomile flowers, loose and in tea bags.
- For the skin – soap, creams, ointments and balms with chamomile extract, including ones for children.
- For the hair – shampoos with chamomile extract.
What to check on the pack
- Flowers or bags: tea bags are easier to measure, loose flowers are measured with a spoon – the amount and brewing time are on the pack.
- Name on the label: in cosmetics chamomile is listed in Latin – Chamomilla Recutita or Matricaria Chamomilla.
- Products for children: check the age from which the product can be used.
- Allergy: chamomile belongs to the daisy family; if you are allergic to these plants, choose with care.
Use food supplements and syrups in the amount given on the pack; a food supplement is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. Test cosmetics on a small area of skin before first use. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or prone to allergies, consult a doctor.
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Questions and answers about these products
Chamomile is traditionally used to enhance the natural radiance of lighter tones with repeated use, but it does not bleach or dye hair.
It's a solid cleansing bar for gentle washing of children's skin, with a soft lather and easy rinse. It suits everyday situations like after outdoor play, before bed, and regular handwashing.
Covers practical advice on sensitivity, application, and important safety notes specific to these herbal ingredients.
Explains the practical benefits of chamomile extract for sensitive lips and the appeal of the herbal scent for those who dislike overly sweet products.
Explains the specific role of chamomile extract in calming the skin surface, how the extraction method preserves its beneficial compounds, and when this action is most relevant.
