Botanical Name - Tanacetum annuum
Caution - Contraindicated for use with conventional medicine. Contraindicated with an endocrine imbalance in women. Not for use in pregnancy. Use for a limited period.
Aroma - Sweet, fruity and herbaceous
Extraction - Steam distillation
Part of Plant - Flowering tops
Country of Origin - Morocco
Chemical Constituents - Chamazulene (responsible for the deep blue colour of the oil), b-myrcene, camphor, sabinene
Uses - Cooling and soothing. Supports the respiratory system and calms the nervous system. Harmonises and balances the emotions by easing feelings of stress, anxiety and sadness. Excellent in skincare, particularly with irritated, sunburned or blemished skin.
*May stain light coloured fabrics.
Also known as - Moroccan Tansy, Moroccan Chamomile and Blue Chamomile.
Organic Certificate - This essential oil is certified organic by the Soil Association which means you can be sure that it has been produced to the highest ethical and environmental standards. The Soil Association's standards exceed the UK government's minimum requirements for organic products in many areas, but particularly in animal welfare, GM and the use of pesticides. Standards are constantly reviewed to ensure they deal with current issues.