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Therapeutic Blending With Essential Oil, Decoding the Healing Matrix of Aromatherapy by Certified Aromatherapist Rebecca Park Totilo

ANISEED ESSENTIAL OIL

Aniseed oil has a spicy-sweet aroma because of its high anethole content. Aniseed essential oil has antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, and expectorant properties. Additionally, Aniseed oil is reputed to control lice and itch mite. Aniseed essential oil is extremely potent and should not to be used on sensitive skin. Avoid using Aniseed oil during pregnancy. Note: Top

– Therapeutic Blending With Essential Oil by Rebecca Park Totilo (c)2015

Botanical Name: Pimpinella anisum

Main Constituents:
Anethole: 88.03%

Plant Part: Seeds

Origin: India

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Description / Color / Consistency: Aniseed oil is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a thin consistency.

Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: Aniseed essential oil has a spicy, sweet licorice-like scent, giving a medium top note.

Blends With: Cedarwood, Coriander, Dill Weed, Fennel, Petitgrain.

Product Abstract: Aniseed essential oil is the fruit of the annual anise plant of the parsley family (Umbelliferae). It grows up to 60cm in height with leaves varying in shape from heart-shaped to feathery. The fruits are covered with short hairs and each contains two dark seeds with light ribs.

Cautions: Dilute pure Aniseed oil before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

Pregnancy, Birth, and Baby Care With Essential Oil by Certified Aromatherapist, Rebecca Park Totilo