Aniseed Essential Oil

Aniseed Essential Oil

Pimpinella anisum

Aniseed has a sweet, licorice-like aroma, which is a popular culinary staple in India and Turkey. Aniseed is widely used in cordials and liqueurs. The essential oil from aniseed comes from the tiny seeds produced by the flowers. 

Methods for application 

- Use in bath or shower for absorption and aromatherapy benefits

- Diffuse for asthma, cold-related problems, nausea, and vomiting

- Inhale directly for migraines and vertigo

Blends with 

• Caraway
• Cardamon
• Cedarwood
• Coriander
• Dill
• Fennel
• Mandarin
• Petitgrain
• Rosewood

Precautions

Aniseed essential oil is not to be confused with star anise. Aniseed essential oil solidifies at low temperatures; hard-warm the bottle before use to promote fluidity. Aniseed essential oil is phototoxic.

-Avoid exposure to sunlight 12 to 24 hours after use
- Do not use if pregnant
- Do not use if breastfeeding
- Do not use if you have liver disease or cancer
- May cause skin irritation
Not safe for children under 6
Not safe for internal use

Medicinal uses

Antiseptic
Anxiety
Colic
Cough
Cramping
Diuretic
Expectorant
Hangover
Indigestion
Menstrual cramps
Migraines
Muscle pain and stiffness
Nausea
Nervousness
Rheumatism
Vertigo
Whooping cough