Chamomile Blue Absolute Oil - Matricaria chamomilla

Matricaria chamomilla · Deep Blue Soothing Herb

Blue Chamomile is a deep-blue, soft, sweet-herbaceous material from Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile), from Canada. Coloured blue by its chamazulene, this chamomile is prized for its soothing character in natural skincare and gentle aromatherapy.

Quick Facts

• Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla

• Botanical Synonym: Matricaria recutita

• Common Name: German chamomile, blue chamomile

• Family: Asteraceae

• Source: Flowers

• Origin: Canada

• Processing Method: Solvent extraction / distillation

• Colour / Consistency: Deep-blue viscous liquid

Aroma Profile

Blue Chamomile has a soft, sweet, warm-herbaceous scent — a gentle, soothing note.

Blends beautifully with: Blue chamomile pairs with floral, herb and citrus materials, including Lavender, Rose, Geranium, Bergamot, Helichrysum, and Neroli.

The Soothing Blue

Blue chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is coloured deep blue by chamazulene, formed during processing, and is long valued for its soothing, gentle character. It is prized as a natural support for skin comfort in skincare and gentle aromatherapy.

Harvesting & Extraction

Blue chamomile is prepared from the flowers; its characteristic deep-blue colour comes from chamazulene formed during processing.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

• Skincare — a soothing, calming note valued in natural skin care.

• Aromatherapy — a gentle, comforting note in aromatherapy blends.

• Natural fragrance — a soft herbaceous note for niche compositions.

• Personal care — a soothing note in gentle products.

Related Oils You May Like

For more soothing Asteraceae materials, explore related absolutes: Calendula Absolute, Helichrysum Absolute, Marigold (Calendula) Absolute, and our pure floral absolutes.

Caution: Blue chamomile is gentle and soothing, but as an Asteraceae material it may affect those sensitive to the daisy family, and is best used in moderation during pregnancy; dilute and patch test. Absolutes are highly concentrated and contain trace extraction solvent, so always dilute well before use, patch test, and use externally only. Not for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.

Technical Analysis

Key Constituents

Typical Composition · Qualitative

Blue chamomile is characterised by chamazulene (blue) with bisabolol and its oxides. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

Safety Summary

• Hazards: Gentle; Asteraceae material.

• Contraindications: Caution if daisy-sensitive; moderation in pregnancy; dilute and patch test.

Technical Notes

• Batch documentation — Specification and batch documentation available on request.

Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is blue chamomile?
It is a deep-blue, soft, sweet-herbaceous material from Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile), from Canada.

Why is it blue?
Its deep-blue colour comes from chamazulene, which forms during processing.

What does it smell like?
Soft, sweet and warm-herbaceous — a gentle, soothing note.

What is it used for?
Natural skincare, gentle aromatherapy and natural fragrance.