Blue Tansy
Blue Tansy (Essential Oil) – Tanacetum annuum
Why we love it at The Mindful Gem
Blue Tansy essential oil is a soothing, harmonizing essence known for its ability to calm inflammation, balance reactive skin, and uplift the senses. Its distinctive indigo hue comes from chamazulene, a powerful compound formed during distillation that provides anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Research supports blue tansy’s azulene-rich composition for soothing irritation and reducing redness while providing emotional tranquility (Phytotherapy Research, 2010, DOI: 10.1002/ptr.3106).
At The Mindful Gem, we use Blue Tansy essential oil in our calming and clarifying blends to bring serenity, balance, and a cooling touch of luxury to the skin and spirit alike.
Plant Overview:
A flowering herb native to Morocco and the Mediterranean basin, Blue Tansy is part of the daisy (Asteraceae) family.
Its vivid blue essential oil is steam-distilled from the delicate golden-yellow flowers.
Parts Used & Traditional Uses:
The flowers and leaves are steam-distilled to produce the essential oil.
Historically used in North African and European herbal traditions to reduce swelling, ease irritation, and support emotional well-being through aromatherapy.
Skin Benefits & Mechanism:
Chamazulene and sabinene reduce redness and calm irritation.
Supports balance for reactive or acne-prone skin.
Offers antioxidant protection against environmental stress.
Encourages emotional grounding and relaxation through its warm, herbaceous aroma.
Key Benefits:
Calms inflammation + redness
Balances + soothes reactive skin
Antioxidant + protective
Grounding, tranquil aroma
Sources:
Wu, J. et al. (2010). “Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects of Tanacetum annuum essential oil.” Phytotherapy Research. DOI: 10.1002/ptr.3106
Tisserand, R. & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals.
Perry, N. & Perry, E. (2006). “Aromatherapy in dermatology.” Clinical Dermatology.
