
Chamomile (Roman) Oil
Gentle · Apple-like
Safe age 2+Topical, Diffuse
Using this oil
Use with care
Children
Avoid with ragweed/daisy allergy. Distinct from German chamomile (Matricaria recutita).
Adults
Avoid if allergic to ragweed, daisies, or chrysanthemums. Use Roman (Chamaemelum nobile) for skin/calming; German chamomile is darker blue and better for inflammation.
SourcesTisserand R, Young R: Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed. Churchill Livingstone 2014 · Worwood VA: Complete Book of Essential Oils 2nd ed. 2016 · NIH NCCIH — Chamomile.