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Chamomile Oil

What is Chamomile Oil?

Chamomile oil is produced from Anthemis nobilis (Chamaemelum nobile) of the family species Asteraceae, formerly placed in the Compositae family. [1]


History

To the Egyptians it was a herb dedicated to the sun, to cure fevers, and to the moon, for its cooling ability. It was also recognized as a soother of nervous complaints and was used in shampoos, cosmetics and perfumes. [1]

Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Chamomile Oil


The percentage represents the approximate total number of food products from UPC Food Search's data that contain the ingredient, "Chamomile Oil".
The data is calculated from UPC Food Search's product data only, and is not meant to reflect all food products regionally or globally.

Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Chamomile Oil - Esoteric Oils

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Chamomile Flower Extract

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  • Natural
  • Natural & Possibly Unsafe
  • Artificial
  • Artificial & Possibly Unsafe
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources)
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchDecember 17, 2009 @ 9:34 PM

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