Escentia Cape Camomile Pure Essential Oil (Eriocephalus punctulatus)

• Botanical Name: Eriocephalus punctulatus
• Country Of Origin: South Africa
• Form: Liquid essential oil
• Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the aromatic shrub
• Appearance: Colour may vary from greenish to bluish depending on season, climate, and soil conditions
• Aroma: Sweet, soft, herbaceous floral aroma
• Solubility: Oil soluble, not water soluble
• Suitable For: Cosmetic Use

• Diffuser and oil burner blends for a more relaxing atmosphere
• Massage oil blends for tired-feeling muscles and body care rituals
• Bath salts and aromatic bath products
• Shampoo and conditioner formulations
• Skincare blends for dry-feeling or easily irritated skin
• Blending with cedarwood, lavender, or other calming aromatic oils

This Product Is For:

• Aromatherapy enthusiasts looking for a calming, South African botanical oil
• Makers creating massage oils, bath products, and aromatic body care
• Formulators working on gentle skincare and haircare blends
• Perfumers and blenders wanting a soft, herbaceous floral note

This Product Is Not For:

• Direct use on the skin without dilution
• Internal use
• Water-based use without a suitable solubiliser
• Use as a ready-to-use finished product

• As a Diffuser Oil: Add a few drops to a diffuser or oil burner and adjust to preference.
• As a Massage Oil Ingredient: Dilute into a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin.
• As a Bath Product Ingredient: Add to unscented bath salts or a suitable bath base for aromatic use.
• As a Haircare Ingredient: Add in small amounts to shampoo or conditioner formulations.
• As a Skincare Ingredient: Blend sparingly into a suitable cream, oil, or body product for external use.
• Processing Tip: Start with a low percentage when blending, especially in facial or leave-on products.

• For external use only
• Do not ingest
• Always dilute before applying to skin
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• Patch test before first use
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store tightly sealed away from sunlight and heat

Q: What does Cape Camomile essential oil smell like?
A: It has a sweet, soft, herbaceous floral aroma that is often chosen for calming blends.

Q: Is this the same as Roman or German camomile?
A: No. Cape Camomile is a different botanical, Eriocephalus punctulatus , with its own distinctive South African character.

Q: Can I use this oil directly on my skin?
A: No. It should always be properly diluted in a suitable carrier oil or finished formulation before topical use.

Q: What kinds of products can I use it in?
A: It works well in diffuser blends, massage oils, bath salts, skincare blends, shampoos, and conditioners.

Q: Why does the colour vary from batch to batch?
A: The oil may appear more greenish or bluish depending on seasonal and growing conditions, which is a normal variation in this botanical oil.