Herb of the month – Chamomile

As anyone who has brewed up a cup of chamomile tea knows, this subtly scented flower is one of nature’s top stress-relievers. For centuries, the daisy-like bud, which typically boasts white petals and a furry yellow center, has been used to soothe nerves and help induce sleep. The ancient Egyptians prescribed it for colds, while the Romans both drank it as a tea and used it in incense. (The name “chamomile” is derived from the Greek word for “ground apple”). The species includes many varietals – from wild chamomile and the all-yellow Golden Marguerite to the beauty and wellness and industry-favored Blue, Roman, and Moroccan types – but nearly all contain the flavonoid chrysin, which can have anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and anti-oxidant effects. Along with dominating the herbal tea shelves, chamomile is also a popular skin-care ingredient, thanks to its calming properties. Chamomile helps comfort and correct reactive, sensitive, and rosacea skin conditions by reducing inflammation and irritation.

• Jacobs’ Redness Diffusing Serum mixes the flower with arnica, calendula, and other herbs to help minimize the appearance of broken capillaries and sun damage
• Darphin Organic Chamomile Aromatic Care quiets skin that’s irritated or blotchy.
• Patyka’s re-launched organic Rosewood Milk Cleanser, a 2-in-1 cleanser and moisturizer, uses chamomile, jojoba, and shea butter to purify without the need for water (thus protecting skin form harsh tap water)
• Kimara Ahnert’s Chamomile Eye Makeup Remover Pads soothe tired eys and do away with dirt without stripping skin
• The Organic Pharmacy’s powdery Lavender & Chamomile Milk Bath calms cranky infants and adults. Or, you could just go old-school
• Harney & Sons’ potent Chamomile Tea contains whole dried flower heads from Egypt, and goes great with a couch of honey.


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