You probably come across chamomile more often than you realize—in your favorite cafe, in the local drugstore and on the labels of beauty products—but have you considered why it’s so in demand?
Aside from being a favorite cup of tea of many and a common ingredient in skincare products, chamomile has been known for its wealth of medicinal benefits. Read on to find more about the goodness that is chamomile and why it deserves a bit of room in your shelves at home.
The Chamomile Cure
Way before it came in tins and tubes, chamomile has been a preferred remedy to many illnesses and discomforts because of its versatility. An apothecary essential, chamomile was already being used by our ancestors to treat wounds and burns, relieve stomachaches and help induce relaxation making it one of the most well-known medicinal herbs.
But what makes chamomile the all-around wonder herb that it is? Listed below are three of its best features:
1. It has antiseptic properties.
From Ancient Egypt to the Anglo-Saxons and up to the present, chamomile has been a go-to medication for wounds and skin problems due to its antibacterial properties.
Chamomile also helps prevent inflammation therefore speeding up the healing of minor cuts. Today, chamomile can be found in some medicated creams used in treating skin conditions such as eczema and skin ulcers.
2. It soothes and moisturizes the skin.
Apart from its ability to cleanse, chamomile is also known for its soothing and moisturizing effects. It is commonly used to help ease skin irritations and rashes, and it aids in lightening the complexion giving the skin a healthy glow.
Chamomile is also rich in antioxidants which aid in the prevention of free radicals and maintain skin’s youth. In fact, some people swear by soaking chamomile tea bags in their bathtubs before dipping into it to help them cleanse and refresh their skin.
3. It helps keep the urinary tract healthy.
Chamomile tea is a staple to many kitchen cupboards because aside from being a helpful digestion aid, it’s also a choice beverage of people who are stressed out or are simply frazzled. What you might not know is that chamomile tea also helps in maintaining a healthy urinary tract by keeping bladder infections at bay.
In addition, drinking chamomile tea helps in preventing gastrointestinal and bowel problems, and it also provides soothing relief to menstrual cramps.
Keep Chamomile and Carry On
Clearly, chamomile is good not just in taking care of our insides but of our skin as well. You may be used to drinking it straight from the teapot, but you can enjoy it even more by making them into chamomile tea popsicles or whipping up chamomile smoothies. You can also use chamomile tea for a relaxing facial steam to freshen up skin and calm your senses.
But here is even better news! Did you know that chamomile's disinfecting properties is also ideal for cleansing the feminine area? Ladies, you can enjoy the goodness of chamomile as you give your intimate care regimen a boost with our Natural Feminine Wash! Let confidence be a part of your everyday ensemble knowing that you're giving your feminine area only the gentlest and safest care.
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Sources:
Herb Wisdom: Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita)
Organic Facts: Health Benefits of Camomile Essential Oil
National Institutes of Health: Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future