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As you may know, we’ve been busy infusing all kinds of oils around here from lavender infused oil to rosemary oil. We just love doing it! If you are not yet familiar with the process of infusing, it’s simply the process of taking dried herbs and mixing them with a carrier oil—like jojoba, avocado, olive, or almond oil—heating. After a certain period has passed, you then strain it to create an “infused” oil packed with benefits. Of course, we wanted to do it all again, but this time, we used chamomile.
Chamomile infused oil blends the soothing properties of chamomile with nourishing avocado oil, resulting in a vitamin-rich, antioxidant-filled oil that’s perfect for your self-care routine. Chamomile is known as a popular remedy for soothing ailments like fevers, inflammation, nausea, and skin conditions. Here’s how you can make it at home!
Benefits of Chamomile
Chamomile is a versatile herb used for centuries due to its numerous health benefits. When incorporated into an infused, chamomile can provide a range of advantages for your mind and body.
Chamomile is well-known for its soothing properties. The gentle aroma of chamomile promotes relaxation and can help alleviate stress and anxiety.
Additionally, chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties that help calm irritated skin and reduce redness.
Furthermore, chamomile has been found to aid in sleep and promote a sense of tranquility.
Ingredients
You’ll need just a few simple ingredients and tools:
- 1/2 cup chamomile (if you are lucky enough to be able to pick and dry then wonderful. But if not, you can always buy dry chamomile here)
- 1 cup avocado oil (You can use any carrier oil of your choice but we prefer avocado oil)
- Parchment paper
This recipe usually makes about 1 2oz tins.
Instructions
- Add the chamomile to a glass jar, making it about halfway full.
- Then, add the avocado oil to fully cover the chamomile.
- Cover the jar with a lid and parchment paper and keep it in a dark spot for a few weeks, shaking occasionally.
- After the infusion period of 3-6 weeks, strain the oil.
How to use Chamomile Oil
There are many ways to use chamomile oil to add a light scent of calming chamomile to your environment.
- It’s great for the skin. Rub it into the skin as a moisturizer or use it to soothe sore areas.
- Incorporate into your bath routine. Just add a few drops to a bathtub.
- Lastly, you can use your chamomile oil to make lotions, salves, or balms.
- Use as a massage oil.
What is the best oil when making chamomile infused oil?
Practically, any oil will work when making chamomile oil. However, depending on your intended purposes, you might want to select the appropriate oil. For example, for culinary purposes like cooking or baking, choose an edible oil, like olive oil or vegetable oil. Conversely, grapeseed, avocado, olive or jojoba oil works best if you intend to apply chamomile oil solely on your skin. We opted to use avocado oil because it quite nourishing.
