Chamomile
Chamomile is an annual plant from the Asteraceae family, which is widely used in traditional medicine and cosmetics. It originally comes from India, but thanks to its introduction, this plant is also one of the most used herbs there. The technical name probably comes from the Latin "mater" or mother, or "matrix" or womb. Chamomile is known all over the world, where it is often called the "star among medicinal species" thanks to its versatile medicinal effects.
High-quality chamomile tea will help with colds and upper respiratory tract problems. It calms and relaxes the body, especially before sleep. It is also great in the form of an essential oil. It, like tea, calms the body, but also the mind. It relieves anxiety and its scent helps with insomnia. Furthermore, the herb is used in ointments, creams and soaps, which have a positive effect on the skin. It soothes, for example, sunburns and protects against skin irritation and inflammation. It has a softening and emollient effect on the skin and helps in wound healing, protects hyaluronic acid inside and on top of the skin. It is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antifungal and antiviral.
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Chamomile can irritate the skin to a greater extent. Therefore, it is important to start with the application of a small number of products containing this particular herb.