Looking for a pick-me-up after a long stressful week... look no further than Aniseed if you licorice is your thing!
| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distillation |
| Part of Plant: |
Seeds & dried flowering tops |
| Country of Origin: |
Spain |
| Growing Method: |
Cultivated; Harvested in July and August |
| Description: |
Aniseed is a slow growing annual herb cultivated throughout the world, with the essential oil predominantly grown in Spain, Poland and Russia. The anise plant requires a warm, sunny and dry autumn to produce a high quality essential oil. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a warm, spicy, extremely sweet, liquorice-like scent. |
| Aroma Family: |
Seedie |
| Strength of Aroma: |
Medium |
| Colour: |
Clear to Pale Yellow |
| Consistency: |
Thin |
| Aromatic Note: |
Top |
| Evaporation Rate: |
0.5-3 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Fennel, Cardamom, Clove, Orange, Mandarin and Bergamot. |
| Blending Factor: |
1 |
| Body Systems: |
Digestive, Respiratory, Reproductive |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Balancing, Carminative, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Stimulating, Stomachic, Uplifting |
| Clinically Proven: |
Antibacterial, antifungal, antispasmodic. |
| Common Uses: |
Aniseed is used in the Digestive System to relieve dyspepsia, colic and flatulence.
In the Respiratory System it is used for breathing conditions with lots of white phlegm, coughing, wheezing and bronchial asthma.
It is ideal for the treatment of amenorrhoea in the Reproductive System due to its stimulating properties.
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| Skincare / Perfumery: |
Used as a fragrance in soaps, toothpaste, cosmetics and perfumes as well as beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) |
| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress
Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser
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| Personality Profile: |
It's described as uplifting and comforting for the mind, and ideal for individuals who are introverted or fearful and withdrawn. |
| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
Aniseed has been described as increasing Qi and is suggested as a tonic for those with a weak constitution due to overwork and chronic illness. Yang energy. |
| Astral Profile: |
Planet: Jupiter
Element: Air
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| Chakra: |
Sacral, Heart |
| Colour Therapy: |
Blue, Green, Yellow |
| Magical Influences: |
Psychic awareness. |
| History: |
Aniseed was cultivated and used as a culinary and medicinal spice by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. It is now used most often used as a breath freshener and in cough medicines. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 2-3 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp (tba)
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| Cautions: |
Skin irritant - avoid using on allergic and inflamed skin.
Avoid during pregnancy. |
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
Sourced from:
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