Amphora Aromatics Pure Essential Aniseed Oil 10ml
Species
Pimpinella Anisum
Origin
China
Extraction Process
Steam Distillation
Extraction description
The volatile oil derived from the dried ripe fruit and seeds.
Perfume Note
Middle Note
Scent Description
Liquorice ,spicy, anise, sweet, clean odour
General Description
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Aniseed Oil was revered by many ancient civilizations including the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. The Greeks used it as a calming oil to ease problems with digestion.
In modern times it is used in India as a breath freshener and is widely used elsewhere in liqueurs, cordials, toothpastes and mouthwashes.
From an aromatherapy viewpoint Aniseed Oil can be useful as an antiseptic and is also thought to be good as an antispasmodic, a carminative, a diuretic, an expectorant, a stimulant, a stomachic, a laxative and as a parasiticide.
Histoical Use:
Traditionally used as a deodorant
SAFETY.
- DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION
- KEEP OUT OF EYES
- DO NO SWALLOW
Like all oils, it should be used with caution and Aniseed essential oil should be avoided by those suffering oestrogen-dependent cancers and by people with an existing skin condition.
Aniseed essential oil was revered by several ancient civilizations including the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans.