Chamomile German CO2

German Chamomile CO₂ Extract – Matricaria chamomilla
Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ Extraction
Plant Part: Flowers
Country of Origin: Germany
Class: Sesquiterpenol
Perfumery Note: Middle

German Chamomile CO₂ extracted oil is a powerful anti-inflammatory that is mainly used in topical applications for its analgesic effects. This CO₂ has greater anti-inflammatory properties than steam distilled Roman and German Chamomiles due to it containing a higher percentage of Matricin (approximately 1–3%) which has very effective anti-inflammatory properties. The CO₂ extract also features an aroma that many prefer to that of the steam distilled essential oil. The CO₂ distillation of German Chamomile contains all the properties of German Chamomile Essential Oil. However, German Chamomile CO₂ is one of the only sources of the very important anti-inflammatory component Matricin, which has significantly stronger anti-inflammatory properties than the Chamazulene typically found in Roman and German steam distilled essential oils.

How Chamomile CO₂ Extract is Different from Chamomile Essential Oil
CO₂ Extract captures both volatile oils (e.g. bisabolol, farnesene) and non-volatile compounds (e.g. matricin, spathulenol, oxides), making it broader spectrum than steam-distilled essential oil. Contains a minimum of 6% alpha-bisabolol and 0.5% matricin (measured as chamazulene after heat conversion). Offers stronger anti-inflammatory effects and deeper skin-calming action due to its full-spectrum profile. Has a soft green-brown colour and a more herbaceous scent compared to the sweet apple-like note of blue chamomile essential oil.

Aroma
More herbaceous, and “truer” to the scent of the flower.

Chamomile CO₂ Extract – Skincare Actions
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, skin soothing, redness reducing, anti-itch, barrier repairing, calming, deodorising, protective, ideal for sensitive and irritated skin.

Perfumery Actions
Soft, green-herbal, floral-hay note, calming, diffusive, middle-base note, aromatherapeutic.

Skincare Dilution
0.1–0.5% for facial care, baby care, or sensitive skin products.
0.5–1.5% in creams, lotions, balms, and deodorants.
May be used up to 2% in targeted care for inflammation, itching, or reactive skin.

Perfumery Dilution
0.2–1% in oil-based or alcohol-based perfumes for a soft herbal-green-floral background.
Suitable for aromatherapeutic, botanical, or calming blends.
Blends well with lavender, neroli, clary sage, rose, hay, and oakmoss.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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