Roman Chamomile Essential Oil (Chamaemelum nobile)

Steam distilled from the flowering tops of Chamaemelum nobile, Roman Chamomile Essential Oil is one of the most elegant herbal-floral oils in natural aromatics. Its fragrance is soft and comforting, combining gentle apple-like sweetness with fresh herbs, delicate flowers and subtle hay-like warmth.

Unlike the brighter, greener character of German Chamomile, Roman Chamomile is smoother and more refined, making it an exceptional ingredient for both perfumery and aromatherapy. Its calming botanical profile blends effortlessly with florals, citrus, woods and resins, adding softness and harmony without dominating a composition.

Whether used in perfumes, massage oils, skincare or home fragrance, Roman Chamomile brings quiet sophistication and timeless botanical beauty.

Why you’ll love it:

• Steam distilled from premium Roman chamomile flowers
• Soft herbal-floral aroma with delicate apple sweetness
• Beautifully balanced for perfumery and aromatherapy
• Perfect for perfumes, skincare, soaps, candles and massage oils

• Opening: fresh sweet herbs with crisp apple notes
• Heart: delicate floral petals and warm hay
• Base: soft herbal sweetness with gentle earthy warmth
• Strength: Medium
• Perfume note: Heart

A beautifully gentle floral-herbal oil that brings softness, warmth and natural harmony to botanical blends.

• Perfumery: Adds a soft floral-herbal heart that blends beautifully with lavender, bergamot, rose, jasmine, blue lotus, sandalwood and benzoin.
• Aromatherapy: Add 1–2 drops to 10 ml carrier oil for massage and botanical wellness blends.
• Diffuser: Use 2–5 drops to create a gentle, comforting atmosphere.
• Soap & candles: Excellent for artisan soaps and natural candles, lending a warm herbal elegance that complements floral and citrus compositions.

Blends beautifully with

Lavender, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Blue Lotus, White Lotus, Pink Lotus, Rose Damask, Jasmine Sambac, Frankincense, Sandalwood Australian, Benzoin, Cedarwood Atlas and Clary Sage.

Botanical

Chamaemelum nobile

Common name

Roman Chamomile

Plant part

Flowering tops

Extraction

Steam distilled

Origin

Tuscany, Italy

Appearance

Pale yellow to light amber liquid

Perfume note

Heart

Solubility

Oil-soluble

Gabriella Oils Evaluation

An exceptionally refined Roman Chamomile with a beautifully smooth balance of sweet herbs, soft apple and delicate floral warmth. It performs equally well in calming aromatherapy blends and elegant botanical perfumes, where it adds subtle complexity and harmony.

Safety

For external use only. Dilute before skin application. Avoid contact with eyes and keep out of reach of children. If pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision, consult a qualified professional before use.

Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) has been cultivated across Europe for centuries and is one of the oldest aromatic herbs used in traditional gardens. Despite its name, the plant is native to Western Europe, where it became especially valued in England, France and Italy for its beautifully fragrant flowers.

Its sweet apple-like aroma made Roman Chamomile a favourite in monastery gardens, scented lawns and botanical preparations, while perfumers appreciated its ability to soften and round more assertive floral and herbal notes. Over time, it became one of the defining ingredients in traditional aromatherapy and natural body care.

Today, Roman Chamomile remains one of the world's most elegant herbal essential oils. Its delicate balance of floral sweetness, fresh herbs and warm hay-like nuances makes it a remarkably versatile ingredient for artisan perfumery, luxury skincare and botanical wellness blends.

Quality & Documentation

We provide documentation as it becomes available, including IFRA, COA, and SDS files where supplied for the oil.

Available documents

• Documentation is being prepared for this oil.

Shipping & Delivery

United Kingdom

Free shipping to the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Orders are dispatched using Royal Mail Tracked 24, with delivery typically within 1-2 working days after dispatch.

European Union

Flat-rate shipping of £12.00 to all 27 EU member states. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP), so there are no unexpected customs charges on delivery.

Typical transit time is 3–5 business days.

United States

Flat-rate shipping of £14.00. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP).

Typical transit time is 5–8 business days.

Dispatch times

Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day. During busy periods this may extend slightly, but we always aim to ship as quickly as possible.