Fennel Essential Oil (Foeniculum vulgare) 10ml

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a flowering plant that is part of the Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) family. It is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It grows to between 4 & 6 feet tall.

The plant is native throughout Europe and is most abundant in Mediterranean countries such as Greece, France and Italy. It seems to flourish when grown by the sea.

Scent: Sweet, Earthy, Woody
Plant Part: Seed
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Country of Origin: France
Colour: Colourless to Pale Yellow
Fragrance Note: Top

Extraction

Fennel essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the crushed Fennel. The seeds from which the oil is obtained are harvested once they have reached a light brown colour and before they have fallen from the plant. They’re normally harvested in the early morning so as to avoid too many dropping to the ground during the process. They are then dried before being processed to produce the oil.

Properties of Fennel Essential Oil

Antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, galactagogue, emmenagogue, laxative, antimicrobial and tonic.

Usage & methods of application

Aromatherapists will often mix Fennel in massage blends to help treat bruised, dull, oily and mature skin. It can also used in cases of cellulitis, obesity and rheumatism. Often it is applied during massage around the bowel and intestine area to ease colic, constipation, dyspepsia, flatulence and nausea. When burned or vaporised, Fennel Essential Oil can be used to help against asthma and bronchitis.

This oil is an excellent digestive. It can help treat nausea and indigestion. It can also help to reduce appetite for those with some eating disorders. It is reputed to be an oil that can boost courage and mental strength.

Fennel Essential Oil can also be used to combat symptoms of fluctuating hormones and to improve the quantity of milk production in nursing mothers.

Blends well with:

We have found that Fennel blends particularly well with Lavender, Geranium, Sandalwood, Rose, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Scots Pine and all Citrus Oils.