Aniseed Essential Oil

ANISEED ESSENTIAL OIL

With a rich, sweet and soothing aroma, Aniseed Essential Oil is an all-natural solution fast becoming popular in aromatherapy and wellness circles.

While the Ancient Egyptians used Aniseed for medicinal and culinary purposes, you’ll often find it used today as a fragrance for perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics thanks to its liquorice-like scent. Yet the powerful healing properties in Aniseed Oil have elevated its status among essential oils fans, making it highly sought-after by those looking to support their overall health naturally.

Not to be confused with Star Anise (which comes from a different plant), the calming and healing abilities of Aniseed Oil can help with all types of ailments from easing digestive issues to reducing inflammation and supporting the skin.

• Key constituent trans-Anethole, an organic phenylpropanoid found in plants, gives Aniseed Oil its wide-ranging health properties.
• Anti-microbial, anti-viral, antibacterial and antioxidant properties in Aniseed Oil may help promote a balanced immune system.
• The antispasmodic properties in Aniseed Oil are useful for alleviating spasms and cramps, especially in the digestive tract.
• When diluted and applied topically, Aniseed Oil is said to help ease digestive issues, reducing symptoms of indigestion, bloating, and gas.
• Aniseed Oil is said to have extensive anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce swelling and pain caused by injuries or sore, tired muscles.
• The same properties promote Aniseed Oil's capabilities as a natural treatment of joint pain and complex conditions like arthritis and rheumatism.
• Antioxidant properties in Aniseed effectively fight free radicals and prevent oxidative stress, making this a popular oil for anti-ageing. 
• Antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-fungal properties in Aniseed Oil help to repair minor wounds, cleansing the skin and promoting healing while preventing infection.   
• The key constituents in Aniseed Oil combine to support overall respiratory health, providing relief from congestion, coughs and colds.
• Used in aromatherapy for its calming effects, Aniseed Oil can help to boost the mood and remove feelings of anxiety. 
• Aniseed Oil is thought to mimic the hormone estrogen, assisting women going through menopause to reduce symptoms like hot flushes, fatigue and dry skin. 
• The natural insecticidal properties of Aniseed make this oil a helpful measure against pests, including mosquitoes. 

Aniseed Oil Key Benefits:

• Supports healthy immune function
• Powerful anti-inflammatory & antioxidant action
• Good for alleviating digestive issues
• Helps ease sore and fatigued muscles
• Can help with conditions like arthritis
• Fights against free radicals & environmental damage
• May help reduce the signs of premature aging
• Promotes minor wound healing
• Can reduce common symptoms of menopause
• Offers support to the respiratory system
• Helps ease congestion, coughs & bronchial conditions
• May lift low moods and increase feelings of happiness
• Protects the skin against insects like mosquitoes

Aniseed Oil Therapeutic Properties:
Digestive aid, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Antimicrobial, Antiviral, Regenerative, Healing, Immune Support, Hormone Support, Respiratory Aid, Decongestant

Aniseed Oil General Uses:
Aromatherapy, Perfumes & Home fragrance, Personal Care, Massage, Insect Repellent, Candles & Soaps, Pain Relief, Health Support

Aniseed Oil Emotional Benefits:
Calming, Grounding, Balancing, Relaxing, Harmonising, Uplifting, Revitalising, Stimulative, Soothing, Healing, Peaceful, Restorative

Aniseed Oil Blends Well With:
Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Clove Bud, Ginger, Lavender and Orange Sweet essential oils.

How to use Aniseed Essential Oil

• Diffuse: Add a few drops of Aniseed Oil to an aromatherapy diffuser and allow its refreshing scent to fill the space, helping your mood improve as you relax.
• Topically: Add 4-6 drops of Aniseed Oil to a 15ml roller bottle and top with Fractionated Coconut Oil to create an on-the-go roller blend. Apply to your wrists, temples, behind your ears & bottoms of your feet.
  See topical dilution guide below for safe topical application
  
• Fast Remedy: Add 1-2 drops of Aniseed Oil to a tissue and inhale at a distance while ensuring that the oil does not come into direct contact with your skin. Alternatively, you can smell the oil directly from the bottle! 
• Massage: Dilute a few drops of Aniseed Oil into a carrier oil or massage oil to soothe sore and fatigued muscles. You can also rub into your temples or lower abdomen to help alleviate menopause symptoms.
• Abdominal Massage: Gently massage diluted Aniseed Oil onto your abdomen in a circular motion (clockwise) to help alleviate symptoms like bloating, gas, and indigestion.
• Insect Repellent: Add 8-10 drops of Peppermint Essential  Aniseed Oil to a 15ml roller bottle and top with Fractionated Coconut Oil to create a natural insect repellent. You can also create an insect repellent spray for your home by adding 10-20 drops to a spray bottle topped with water and a dash of vinegar. Spray the solution around the outside of your home (particularly doors and window frames) to help deter unwelcome pests
• Insect Repellent: Add 8-10 drops of Aniseed Oil to a 15ml roller bottle and top with Fractionated Coconut Oil to create a natural insect repellent. You can also create an insect repellent spray for your home by adding 10-20 drops to a spray bottle topped with water and a dash of vinegar. Spray the solution around the outside of your home (particularly doors and window frames) to help deter unwelcome pests
• Wound Ointment: Combine 1-2 drops of Aniseed Oil with 1 tablespoon of petroleum jelly (such as vaseline) and apply to small wounds, cuts and bites up to twice daily.
• Healing Oil: Using the same method & dilution as the topical roller bottle, you can also use this Aniseed roller to help ease symptoms and promote the healing of minor wounds and insect bites.

Note: Aniseed Essential Oil may freeze (or crystallise)  in cooler ambient temperatures below 20ºC. Gently heating your oil bottle in a cup of warm water will return it to its liquid state.

Topical Dilution Guidelines
Please note that the following guidelines are recommended for healthy adults:

• General Use: 2 – 4% dilution (4 – 8 drops per 10ml)
• Facial Application: 1 – 2% dilution (2 – 4 drops per 10ml)