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Chamomile Extract
ORY® product lines:
☑ Skincare
☑ Haircare
☑ Handmade Soap
☑ Cosmetics — full dual-use ingredient
Chamomile is one of the oldest medicinal flowers in the world and the source of two of ORY®‘s other calming ingredients — alpha-bisabolol and azulene. The whole-flower extract combines those terpenes with apigenin and other flavonoids that together reduce inflammation, itching, and redness and support wound healing [1, 2]. A clinical study of a chamomile cream in atopic eczema showed improvement comparable to a low-potency hydrocortisone preparation [3], and chamomile has been reviewed as one of the better-evidenced botanicals for dermatitis and skin irritation [1]. Water-, glycerin-, and oil-soluble forms let ORY® use chamomile in every product line; its principal caution is allergy in people sensitive to the daisy (Asteraceae) family [4].
What is Chamomile Extract made of?
Chamomile extract is made from dried flower heads by water/glycerin maceration, ethanol tincture, CO₂ extraction, oil infusion, or steam distillation (essential oil). Its constituents [1, 2]:
German chamomile (Matricaria) is richer in bisabolol and chamazulene; Roman chamomile (Anthemis) is richer in esters and gentler in scent — ORY® uses German chamomile for skin activity.
- Alpha-bisabolol and bisabolol oxides: Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, wound-healing sesquiterpenes.
- Chamazulene (from matricin): Blue anti-inflammatory formed during distillation.
- Apigenin, luteolin, quercetin (flavonoids): Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mildly tyrosinase-inhibiting.
- Coumarins (umbelliferone, herniarin): Antimicrobial and antispasmodic.
- Mucilage polysaccharides: Hydrating and soothing.
What skin type is best suited for Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile extract suits all seven ORY® skin types and is a first choice for reactive skin:
- Sensitive: The primary indication — reduces redness, itching, and irritation [1, 3].
- Dry: Infused oil and mucilage soothe and hydrate eczema-prone skin.
- Acne-prone: Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial; calms lesions.
- Mature: Flavonoid antioxidants and mild brightening (apigenin).
- Combination: Water extracts in light serums.
- Normal: Daily calming and antioxidant maintenance.
- Oily: Glycerin extract in gels and toners.
What hair type is best suited for Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile is a classic haircare botanical for soothing scalps and brightening blonde hair:
- Sensitive scalp: Calms itch, redness, and reactivity.
- Color-treated or chemically processed: Soothes post-service scalp; chamomile rinses traditionally enhance golden and blonde tones.
- Dandruff-prone scalp: Anti-inflammatory and antifungal support.
- Dry or damaged: Infused oil conditions scalp and hair.
- Mature or thinning: Comfortable, healthy-scalp foundation.
- Straight, wavy, curly, coily, oily scalp: Universal scalp-comfort addition; light water extracts for oily scalps.
What are the benefits of Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile’s benefits are supported by reviews and clinical studies [1–4]:
- Anti-inflammatory: Bisabolol, chamazulene, and apigenin reduce inflammatory mediators and redness.
- Eczema and dermatitis relief: Chamomile cream performed comparably to low-potency hydrocortisone in atopic eczema [3].
- Wound healing: Promotes granulation and re-epithelialization.
- Antioxidant: Flavonoids neutralize free radicals and protect against UV stress.
- Antimicrobial: Activity against skin bacteria and fungi.
- Mild brightening: Apigenin and related flavonoids inhibit tyrosinase modestly.
- Scalp soothing and blonde brightening: Calms scalp; enhances golden tones.
Dual use across ORY® product lines
Chamomile’s multiple extract forms make it a natural four-line ingredient.
| ORY® line | Dual use? | How it is used | Typical level |
|---|---|---|---|
|
ORY® Skincare |
Yes |
Calming creams, serums, toners, cleansers, eye creams, masks, after-sun, baby products; infused oil in face oils. |
1–5% extract; 5–15% infused oil |
|
ORY® Haircare |
Yes |
Soothing shampoos and conditioners, scalp serums, blonde-brightening rinses and shine sprays. |
0.5–3% extract; 2–10% infused oil |
|
ORY® Handmade Soap |
Yes |
Chamomile-infused oil or strong chamomile tea as lye water; dried flowers as a gentle exfoliant/decoration (flowers turn brown). |
10–30% of oils as infusion |
|
ORY® Cosmetics |
Yes |
Calming foundations, primers for redness-prone skin, lip balms, eye products. |
0.5–2% |
Pros and cons of Chamomile Extract
Pros
Cons
- Well-evidenced soother: Clinical support for dermatitis [1, 3].
- Three calming compounds in one: Bisabolol, azulene, and apigenin.
- Multi-form: Water, glycerin, oil, CO₂, essential oil, and dried flowers.
- Gentle scent: Pleasant apple-like aroma supports “calm” positioning.
- Four-line utility: Every ORY® product type.
- Asteraceae allergy: Chamomile is a documented contact allergen in ragweed-sensitive individuals [4]; patch test.
- Variable potency: Extract quality varies; specify standardized apigenin/bisabolol content.
- Essential oil sensitization: Oxidized chamomile essential oil can sensitize; use the extract for most products.
- Color: Blue (German) or yellow tints in formulas.
- Preservation: Water extracts need adequate preservation.
What is the best application of Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile extract is a daily calming ingredient and post-stress rescue:
- Calming cream or serum: AM/PM for sensitive, eczema-prone, or rosacea-prone skin.
- Eye cream or gel: Reduces puffiness and redness.
- Cleanser and toner: Reduces surfactant irritation.
- After-sun and post-procedure: With aloe, allantoin, and bisabolol.
- Baby products: With calendula and oat.
- Shampoo and scalp serum: For itchy, sensitive, or dandruff-prone scalps.
- Blonde rinse or shine spray: Strong chamomile infusion for golden tones.
- Soap: Chamomile-tea bars for sensitive skin.
- Cosmetics: Redness-friendly base makeup.
Peer-reviewed references
- Srivastava JK, Shankar E, Gupta S. Chamomile: a herbal medicine of the past with a bright future. Molecular Medicine Reports. 2010;3(6):895–901.
- McKay DL, Blumberg JB. A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of chamomile tea (Matricaria recutita L.). Phytotherapy Research. 2006;20(7):519–530.
- Patzelt-Wenczler R, Ponce-Pöschl E. Proof of efficacy of Kamillosan® cream in atopic eczema. European Journal of Medical Research. 2000;5(4):171–175.
- Paulsen E. Contact sensitization from Compositae-containing herbal remedies and cosmetics. Contact Dermatitis. 2002;47(4):189–198.
Disclaimer:
The information on this page is provided by ORY International, LC for educational purposes only. It summarizes published research about chamomile extract as an ingredient, including laboratory and animal studies and clinical studies of formulas that may differ from ORY® products. Results from these studies may not apply to every person or to ORY® products. This page is not medical advice and does not replace advice from a dermatologist, physician, or other qualified healthcare provider.
ORY® Skincare, Haircare, Handmade Soap, and Cosmetics products are cosmetics. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent any disease or condition, including eczema, atopic dermatitis, rosacea, acne, dandruff, wounds, or infections. References to FDA or Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) findings describe the ingredient, not ORY® products, and do not mean FDA has reviewed or approved any ORY® product.
Results vary by skin and scalp type, formulation, and use. Chamomile is in the daisy (Asteraceae) family and is a known contact allergen for some people, especially those allergic to ragweed, and any cosmetic can cause irritation, sometimes from other ingredients. Always patch test, follow label directions, and stop use if irritation occurs. If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are buying for a child, consult a healthcare provider before use.
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