German Chamomile Organic Hydrosol

€ 15,80

Organic Farming

Certified Organic

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Made in France

Micro-Filtered and Preservative-Free. Food Grade.

Experience the gentle yet powerful benefits of Essenciagua’s German Chamomile Hydrosol, crafted from the finest Matricaria Recutita plants, organically grown and harvested in France. This hydrosol, known for its anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties, is an essential addition to your natural wellness routine.

Respiratory Relief and Soothing Comfort

For those struggling with respiratory allergies, German Chamomile Hydrosol offers a gentle and effective solution. When inhaled, it helps alleviate symptoms such as nasal irritation, congestion, and general discomfort, providing natural relief without harsh chemicals.

Dermatological Care and Skin Healing

Harness its purifying, regenerative, and healing qualities to support skin health. German Chamomile Hydrosol helps improve the appearance of scars, soothes irritation from conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, and accelerates healing when applied as a compress over bruises or inflamed areas.

Mental Relaxation and Emotional Balance

Beyond its physical benefits, German Chamomile Hydrosol is a natural ally for mental wellness. Its relaxing and calming properties can ease stress and enhance restful sleep. Spritz it on your pillow before bedtime or add a spoon to your evening drink to encourage deep relaxation and peace of mind.

Essenciagua’s German Chamomile Hydrosol combines the purity of nature with ethical, environmentally conscious production. Experience a soothing, all-natural remedy designed to support both body and mind.

More information

Latin Name: Matricaria Recutita
Plant Part Used: Flowers
Origin: France

Native to Eastern Europe and the Middle East, Matrix Chamomile, also known as German Chamomile, has spread throughout much of Europe and thrives in untended fields and abandoned land. Whether wild or cultivated, it is harvested during the summer when its delicate flowers are in full bloom.

The name “Chamomile” originates from the Greek words Chamos (meaning "on the ground") and Melos (referring to its apple-like fragrance). The botanical name Matricaria is derived from the Latin word Matrix meaning “womb” or “origin,” highlighting the plant’s traditional uses for women's health.

Interestingly, Matrix Chamomile is also cherished as the plant of blond hair, often used to enhance natural golden tones and add shine.

Usage tips

How to Use German Chamomile Matrix Hydrosol for Bruises, Blows, and Bumps
Apply a compress soaked in German Chamomile Matrix Hydrosol directly to the affected area. Its potent anti-inflammatory properties help speed up hematoma absorption, reduce swelling, and relieve pain effectively.

How to Use German Chamomile Matrix Hydrosol for Scars
Gently apply the hydrosol to scars regularly to improve their appearance and promote skin healing. Thanks to its regenerative properties, it supports healthy skin renewal and reduces visible scarring.

How to Use German Chamomile Matrix Hydrosol for Acne and Pimples
Use the hydrosol as a refreshing facial tonic by spritzing or applying with a cotton pad. Its purifying and soothing properties help reduce acne and pimples, while calming redness and irritation for clearer, healthier skin.

Safe Use of German Chamomile Matrix Hydrosol for Pets
Unlike essential oils, hydrosols are gentle and safe for daily use with pets, both internally and externally. Our organic hydrosols provide natural care for your furry friends without risk.

When our dog feels unwell, we often add German Chamomile Hydrosol to her drinking water. Its anti-inflammatory and calming effects help her recover more quickly, promoting overall well-being and comfort.

You can use German Chamomile Hydrosol in an aroma diffuser by replacing water with the hydrosol in a diffuser with a water tank (UltraSonic). This gentle method allows you to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of the hydrosol throughout your environment, making it safe and beneficial not only for you but also for your pets.

Quality

Pure Organic Quality, Sustainably Packaged

Essenciagua hydrosols are crafted exclusively from plants grown through 100% organic methods and distilled fresh to capture their full essence. This process ensures the plant's natural water is present in the hydrosol, preserving its true properties and supporting long-lasting, natural preservation.

To deliver the highest quality, each hydrosol is made with a 1:1 plant-to-hydrosol ratio. For example, 250 grams of fresh plants are distilled to produce a 250 ml bottle, guaranteeing a rich concentration of water-soluble active ingredients and aromatic molecules.

Certification

AB France certified
100% Natural Artisanal Product

Packaging & storage

Keep your hydrosol in the refrigerator.

Essenciagua prioritizes sustainability in packaging by using recyclable PET bottles, free from phthalates and bisphenols. These bottles are lightweight, shock-resistant, UV-protective, and impermeable to aromatic molecules, making them a more eco-conscious alternative to glass for transport and production.

The secure, non-unscrewable caps ensure the hydrosols remain unopened and perfectly preserved until use.

A little history

Ancient Use and Origins
German Chamomile is believed to have originated in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Over time, it spread across Europe, growing abundantly in meadows, roadsides, and uncultivated fields. It was particularly valued by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans for its healing properties.

Egyptians: They revered chamomile as a sacred herb dedicated to the sun god Ra due to its bright, daisy-like flowers. It was used for cosmetic purposes, including skin care, and for embalming purposes.

Greeks: Physicians like Hippocrates, Galen, and Dioscorides described chamomile as a healing herb for fevers, digestive issues, and menstrual disorders. The name "Chamomile" comes from the Greek words Chamos (ground) and Melos (apple), describing its low-growing habit and apple-like scent.

Romans: Used chamomile extensively in medicinal preparations, especially for digestive ailments and relaxation.

Medieval and Renaissance Periods
During the Middle Ages, German Chamomile became a common remedy across Europe. It was used for digestive disorders, fevers, wounds, and skin conditions. In gardens, it was often planted as a companion plant to help promote the health of other crops.

By the Renaissance, German Chamomile was highly valued for its calming effects and ability to soothe various ailments. Herbalists such as Nicholas Culpeper praised its use for treating fevers, inflammation, and promoting restful sleep.

Modern Use and Cultivation
Today, German Chamomile is widely cultivated throughout Europe, especially in Hungary, Germany, France, and Egypt, though it also grows wild. It is considered one of the most important medicinal herbs in European and Ayurvedic traditions.

The botanical name Matricaria comes from the Latin matrix meaning "womb," reflecting its historical use in women’s health remedies.

Chamomile in Folk Traditions
German Chamomile has long been associated with promoting good health, happiness, and tranquility. In various cultures, it was considered a plant of healing and protection.

In addition to its medicinal uses, German Chamomile was used to flavor drinks, perfumes, cosmetics, and even in beer brewing before hops became the standard.

Volume

250ml

Top 3 Benefits for using Hydrosols

1. Gentle and Safe for All Skin Types: Hydrosols are mild and non-irritating, making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin. They maintain the essence of the plant in a less concentrated form than essential oils, offering soothing, hydrating, and toning benefits without the risk of irritation.

2. Versatile Usage: Hydrosols can be used in a variety of ways - as facial toners, in aromatherapy, as linen sprays, for wound care, or as ingredients in homemade skincare products. Their versatility extends to culinary uses, where food-grade hydrosols can flavor drinks, desserts, and dishes.

3. Therapeutic Properties: Despite their mild nature, hydrosols possess therapeutic properties that can benefit the mind, body, and soul. Depending on the plant they are derived from, they can have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, calming, or uplifting effects, among others, contributing to overall well-being.

Chamomile flowers

Non-Toxic, Synthetic-Free - FOOD GRADE Hydrosols

How to use Hydrosols?

In Suzanne Catty's brilliant book "Hydrosols the Next Aromatherapy" she explains thoroughly all the benefits and the different ways of using hydrosols. I really recommend reading her book!

Here is what she writes:

"Hydrosols are mild but effective. They can be used undiluted without problems for most topical applications. In some ways you can treat them like water, for instance, to wash a cut or scrape, but it must be remembered that they differ from water in many ways. Hydrosols do contain some essential oils, so whichever one you use will contain some but not all of the properties of the oil, and you will receive some of the benefits that you would get if you used the respective oil.

Hydrosols have a very different pH than water; they are always either slightly acid, like lavender, or very acid, like rock rose. Rock rose, because of its extreme aciditity, is highly astringent and will constrict cells where it is applied. This means it is useful to stanch bleeding; it is also great for tightening pores and reducing wrinkles.

Lavender, with an almost neutral pH, may be better choice if a wound contains dirt or pus, since it can wash the debris out of the cut more easily, as the cells remain open and bleeding will help clean the wound."

Ways to use hydrosols

1. Spray undiluted hydrosols all over the body as a quick refresher, to cool the body temperature or stimulate circulation, to reduce the impact and damage of sun exposure, as a deodorant, or as a subtle perfume.

2. Use neat hydrosols to make your own wet wipes, for both adult and infant personal hygiene (Chamomile Roman is perfect for infants and kids)

3. Use as hand spray to prevent the spread of germs in cold season, or when you are traveling and are being exposed to far more germs than at home.

4. Treat skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and poison ivy. Use several small applications per day, the general rule would be no less than three and as many as twelve small localized applications per day, every day until symptoms resolve.

5. Hydrosols can greatly relieve the itching, pain, and redness of the skin in case of for instance eczema. They can slow down the flaking process and speed up the healing.

6. It is very important that you buy organic preservative-free hydrosols.

Use your Hydrosols in a Pocket Diffuser