Anise star Essential Oil
$168.00
Anise Star essential oil has a warm, spicy and very sweet scent. It can help everyday aches and pains.
How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in cool, dark place
|
Latin Name |
Illicium verum |
|
Synonyms |
Chinese anise, Chinese star anise |
|
Plant family |
Illiciaceae |
|
Extraction |
Distillation of the fruits |
|
Origin |
Native to south east China, Taiwan and Japan ( Egypt) |
|
Plant characteristics |
An evergreen tree that grows up to 12metres high with a slender white trunk. It bears fruit that consist of 5 – 13 seed-bearing follicles attached to a central axis in the shape of a star |
|
Oil characteristics |
pale yellow oil with an intense spicy, aniseed aroma |
|
Traditional use |
In Chinese medicine it is use to treat dysmenorrhoea, indigestion, overweight, headaches, chills, and travel sickness. It has also been used to help protect from illness |
|
Blends well with |
Coriander, Litsea, Lemon and Orange essential oils |
|
Cautions and comments |
Despite the anethole content, it does not appear to be an irritant. However, the oil should be used in moderation, Avoid during pregnancy |
|
Main chemical constituents |
Trans-anethole (80%), terpenes |
Suitable for : All skin