Chamomile Body Butter
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Calendula officinalis
Calendula, marigold
Asteraceae (formerly Compositae)
Parts Used
Flowers
Parts Used
Southern Europe
Parts Used
Fluid extract, infusion, oil infusion, tincture
Primary Constituents
Essential oils
Carotene
Calenduline
Lycopine
Saponins
Glycosides
Acids
Mucins
Resins
Pigments
Minerals
Potassium
Sodium
Calcium sulfate
Glucosides
Sesquiterpene oligoglycosides
Therapeutic Actions
antifungal | anti-inflammatory | antimicrobial | antioxidant |
antipholgisitc | antiseptic | antispasmodic | anti-tumor |
aperient | astringent | cholagogue | detergent |
diaphoretic | emollient | febrifuge | hepatic |
hyptensor | resolvent | sedative | vulnerary |
Common Uses
Skin conditions (boils, cold sores, varicose veins, warts, wounds)
Hemorrhoids
Muscle soreness & tension
Cold & flu symptoms
Cigarette smoke protection
Skin issues related to radiation therapy
UV exposure
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Contraindications & Safety
Possible skin irritation when applied topically
Not recommended if infection is present - Calendula promotes healing and could internalize the infection
When taking internally, should not take with other sedatives or anesthesia
Matricaria recutita
German Chamomile, chamomile, wild chamomile
Asteraceae (formerly Compositae)
Parts Used
Flowers
Parts Used
Temperate regions of Asia & Europe
Parts Used
Infusion, Essential oil, Extract, Tincture
Primary Constituents
Organic Acids
4 Primary metabolites
22 secondary metabolites
Flavonoids
Quercetin
Apigenin
Luteolin
Rutin
Coumarins
Volatile Oils
Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes, Diterpenes & Triterpenes
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | antiallergy | antibacterial | anticancer |
antidepressant | antidiarrheal | antiflammatory | antifungal |
antihypertensive | antimicrobial | antioxidant | antispasmodic |
antithrombotic | cosmetic | diuretic | gastroprotective |
genitoprotective | hepatoprotective | hypoglycaemic | hypolipidaemic |
nephroprotective | nervine | neuroprotective | organoprotective |
pulmoprotective | sedative |
Common Uses
Weight management
Cardiovascular disease
Immune system support
Nervous system support
Diabetes management
Allergies
Stomach issues (gas, digestive support)
Skin support
Muscle support (stiffness, ache)
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Contraindications & Safety
GRAS safety rating
May cause an allergic reaction
Limited information regarding safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Possible interaction with warfarin
For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.