Fennel Sweet Essential Oil
$192.00
Fennel sweet essential oil is warming, circulatory and has a sweet, aniseed aroma.
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 a cool, dark place.
| Latin Name |
Foeniculum vulgare |
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Synonyms |
F. officinale, Anethum foeniculum |
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Plant family |
Apiaceae |
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Extraction |
Distillation of the seeds |
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Origin |
Mediterranean (Spain) |
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Plant characteristics |
A pretty herb that grows up to 2 metres high with feathery leaves and golden flowers, the essential oil is distilled from the light brown seeds. |
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Oil characteristics |
A pale yellow liquid with a sweet aniseed aroma – hints of pepper and spice. |
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Traditional use |
Ancient Greeks used it to help them lose weight. It was found to be especially beneficial for the gall-bladder. |
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Blends well with |
Lemon, black pepper, ginger and geranium essential oils. |
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Cautions and comments |
Fennel should be well diluted for use on children and avoided in pregnancy, epilepsy and during alcoholism. It must always be used within the recommended doses. There is also a bitter fennel oil that should never be used in aromatherapy. |
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Main chemical constituents |
Ketones (trace – 22%). |
Suitable for : All skin