Fennel Sweet Essential Oil

Fennel Sweet essential oil is a pale yellow oil with a sweet, aniseedy-slightly earthy aroma. It is a reliable carminative relieving and aiding expulsion of intestinal gas. Conveys strength, courage, longevity and good eyesight. Fennel Sweet may be helpful in relieving bruises, cellulite, gums, halitosis, mouth, nausea, obesity, toxin build-up and water retention. Also useful for healing scar tissue.

Botanical Name:Foeniculum vulgare
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Part Typically Used:Crushed Seeds
Perfumery Note: Medium
Country of Origin: USA

Typical Main Constituents
Anethole - 69%
Limonene - 16%
a-Pinene - 3%
Fenchone - 3%

Description: Pale yellow oil with a sweet, aniseedy- slightly earthy scent.

Actions:  Antiseptic, Anti-microbial, Expectorant, Diuretic, Laxative, Depurative, Stimulant – Circulatory & Immune, Vermifuge, Anti-inflammatory, Aperitif, Carminative, Stomachic, Orexigenic, Tonic, Splenic, Emmenagogue, Galactagogue,

Special use: Reliable Carminative – Relieving/Expulsion of intestinal gas. Conveys strength, Courage, Longevity and good eyesight.

Blends Well With: Rosemary, Geranium, Lavender, Rose, Juniper, Lemon, Grapefruit, Marjoram, Sandalwood.

Safety Data:  Non- toxic, Non-irritant, Non-sensitizing. Avoid during Pregnancy.  People suffering from epilepsy or with a history of that condition should avoid using fennel essential oil.

N.B. Not to be confused with Bitter Fennel which is high in fenchone and can cause irritation.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

Circulation, Muscle & Skeletal system: Cellulitis, Obesity, Edema, Rheumatism. Fennel essential oil contains 50-60% Anethole this makes for a very stimulating effect on the immune and circulatory systems

Digestion: Anorexia, Colic, Constipation, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Hiccup, Nausea

Respiratory: Asthma, Bronchitis.

Genito-urinary:  Amenorrhea, Increase breast milk producing, menopausal problems.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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