This botanical profile is part of the Star Naturals Herbal Library.
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
Also known as German or Egyptian Chamomile
Historical / Folk Use
Chamomile has been treasured across European and Asian herbal traditions for its gentle, calming nature. The delicate blossoms were traditionally infused into teas, oils, and washes to soothe delicate skin, comfort the senses, and promote overall relaxation. It has long been associated with softness, emotional ease, and skin support for sensitive or reactive types.
Energetics
Traditionally described as:
• Calming and protective
• Gentle and harmonizing
• Relaxing to tension
• Soothing to surface tissue
• Emotionally settling
How Star Naturals
uses this botanical
Chamomile appears in our skin-support and calming formulations where gentleness is essential. We include it to help soothe visible redness, promote comfort in delicate skin, and contribute a soft, calming presence to both topical, tea, and aromatic blends.
Found in these Star Naturals formulations:
Research & Resources
The research summaries below highlight findings from scientific studies on compounds found in this botanical.
They are provided for educational purposes and do not represent claims about the effects of Star Naturals products.
Study 1:
A randomized clinical trial found that topical chamomile oil was associated with a reduced need for acetaminophen in adults with knee osteoarthritis, compared with standard treatment and placebo.
Study 2:
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study assessed a topical chamomile oleogel in adults with migraine without aura. The research observed reductions in reported pain intensity and associated symptoms following application compared with placebo.
Study 3:
Clinical literature on dysmenorrhea suggests that chamomile taken orally was associated with reduced menstrual pain in several trials, providing contextual evidence for antispasmodic and analgesic properties.
Study 4:
A laboratory and network pharmacology analysis notes that components of German chamomile volatile oil can modulate inflammatory mediators and have historically been used to reduce skin inflammation, redness, and irritation; these biochemical effects have been observed in preclinical models of dermatitis, though human clinical data remain preliminary.
Study 5:
In an exploratory analysis, chamomile extract was observed to be associated with reductions in core depressive symptoms in participants with anxiety plus comorbid depression.