Fennel (Sweet) (Foeniculum vulgare)
Country of Origin France
Perfume Note Top/Middle
Description of Scent
A very sweet aniseed like smell with a slight peppery undertone
History
Fennel Essential Oil has been used for centuries. it was extremely popular in Chinese, Egyptian and Roman cultures thanks to the belief that it symbolised longevity, courage and strength, as well as warding off evil spirits.
In ancient times, the Celts regarded Fennel as a sacred plant. which was used in the purification ceremony of the Druids.
Dr Couic Marinier says, “In Greece, Fennel Oil was extremely popular among athletes competing in the Olympic games thanks to its stimulating properties, so that they would gain strength but not weight”
Extraction Method
Steam Distillation
Constituents
Trans-Anethole, Methyl Chavecol, A-Pinene, Fenchone.
Properties
Analgesic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Bactericidal, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Laxative, Tonic, Vermifuge.
Contraindications
Do Not Use Bitter Fennel. Do Not Use In Pregnancy, For Epileptics Or Young Children And Never In High Doses (Could Disturb The Nervous System).
General
A powerful diuretic & digestive, makes it a very useful oil in helping easing the feeling of nausea and flatulence as well as fluid retention. reported to help balance hormones, easing symptoms often associated PMS and the menopause.. Can also help promote sleep and reduce stress.
Blends well with Basil, Cinnamon, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Orange, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang
Safety
DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.
Full
SDS and
COSSH sheets are available for this product
