Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) is a floral essential oil with a sweet, apple-like aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from flowering tops, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Bergamot (FCF), Geranium. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 10%.
Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) is a floral essential oil, steam-distilled from the flowering tops, produced in France and UK. Its aroma is sweet, apple-like, sitting as a heart note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Lavender, Bergamot (FCF), Geranium, Ylang Ylang (Complete). Keep topical use at or below 10% — everyday blends are usually 1-3%. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Floral |
| Chemical family | Ester |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | flowering tops |
| Origin | France, UK, Italy |
| Blending factor | 1 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 6.0 |
| CAS number | 8015-92-7 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 10% |
| Max facial dilution | 5% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted |
| Cats | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Evidence: Moderate — Srivastava et al., 2010 -- published chamomile research.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Scale amounts to any container with the dilution calculator.
Blends well with
Used in these blends
- Throat Chakra →
- Sting Relief →
- Muscle Ease →
- Neuropathic Pain →
- Oatmeal Gentle →
- Wheat Bran Enzyme →
- Racing-Mind Rest →
- Earthy Slumber →
- Herbal Sedation →
- Deep Calm Massage →
- Calming Hug Sensitive →
- Hydrating Rose Cloud →
- Reset Garden →
- Soft Exhale Horizon →
- Reset Aura →
- Ease Focus →
- Anchor Breeze →
- Steady Focus →
- Reset Pulse →
- Calm Lullaby →
- Steady Anchor →
- Reset Reset →
- Amber Steam Focus →
- Evergreen Salt Glow →
Compare Roman Chamomile with
Frequently asked questions
What does Roman Chamomile smell like?
Roman Chamomile has a sweet, apple-like aroma, classed as a floral oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Roman Chamomile?
For topical use, keep Roman Chamomile at or below 10%, and 5% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Roman Chamomile safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Roman Chamomile. That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Roman Chamomile safe to use around children?
Roman Chamomile is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted. Consult a professional for young children.
Is Roman Chamomile safe around pets?
For cats — generally lower-risk when well diluted and diffused sparingly; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Roman Chamomile blend well with?
Roman Chamomile pairs well with Lavender, Bergamot (FCF), Geranium, Ylang Ylang (Complete), Frankincense (Carterii).