Anthemis nobilis flower water
AKA “Roman Chamomile
Water
Ingredient Facts
Anthemis nobilis flower water
AKA: Roman Chamomile
Water · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the flowers of the Roman Chamomile, Anthemis nobilis L., Compositae
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Annual or biennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84649-86-5
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Chamomile hydrosol or flower water has been produced through distillation since medieval times. Historically used in European beauty practices as a gentle toner and skin soother, particularly for irritated or sensitive complexions.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Irritation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR