Fennel Seed Essential Oil

Description

Oil Summary: Fennel seed oil comes from the Fennel plant, a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean, but found across the world. Fennel is part of the parsley and carrot family and is also related to dill. The plant grows about two meters high. Because of its big golden-yellow flowers and fine leaves, the Fennel is quite hard to miss. Fennel seed oil is often used in soap making and cosmetics. It’s credited with with being carminative, expectorant, laxative. When used daily, Fennel essential oil can offer numerous benefits to the mind and body. This oil is expressly praised as a treatment for digestive problems. It can eliminate gut spasms, prevent bloating, and provide balance in your diet. Additionally, Fennel oil has detoxifying and purifying effects, which promote general good health. It is an expectorant and a natural laxative, and can even be used as a mouth freshener. Fennel’s unique earthy scent blends superbly with other spice oils like nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon. As a result, it has found use in many culinary delights.

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Plant Origin: Bulgaria/Hungary

Processing Method: Steam distillation

Plant Part: Seeds

Odor and Color: Clear but may have hints of yellow; smells sweet, a little peppery, and licorice-like

Contraindication: Fennel seed oil comes from the Fennel plant, a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean, but found across the world. Fennel is part of the parsley and carrot family and is also related to dill. The plant grows about two meters high. Because of its big golden-yellow flowers and fine leaves, the Fennel is quite hard to miss. Fennel seed oil is often used in soap making and cosmetics. It’s credited with with being carminative, expectorant, laxative. When used daily, Fennel essential oil can offer numerous benefits to the mind and body. This oil is expressly praised as a treatment for digestive problems. It can eliminate gut spasms, prevent bloating, and provide balance in your diet. Additionally, Fennel oil has detoxifying and purifying effects, which promote general good health. It is an expectorant and a natural laxative, and can even be used as a mouth freshener. Fennel’s unique earthy scent blends superbly with other spice oils like nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon. As a result, it has found use in many culinary delights.