Essential Oil Fennel Oil

Specifications

fennel essential oil is extracted from Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce, which is sweet fennel (also known as F. officinale, F. capillaceum and Anethum foeniculum) of the Umbelliferae (Apiaceae) family and is also known as Indian Fennel. Fennel oil has a herby, slightly spicy smell, much like aniseed and it is clear in viscosity. Sweet fennel oil (the one we sell) is extracted from crushed seeds by steam distillation. The main chemical components of fennel oil are a-pinene, myrcene, fenchone, trans-anethole, methyl chavicol, limonene, 1,8-cineole and anisic aldehyde. It has a toning effect on the spleen and liver, that helps with the results of excess drink and food. It is also used for increasing insufficient milk in nursing mothers - but for boosting breast milk, rather use the fresh herb, since the oil contains very high concentrations of trans-anethole.
For the mind, it adds courage and strength in the face of adversity. It has a cleansing and toning effect on the skin, helping with bruises, sorting out overly oily skin and to fight wrinkles in more mature complexions (possibly due to the estrogenic properties of the oil). Fennel oil is a remedy for digestive complaints such as flatulence, constipation, colic, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, dyspepsia and hiccups. It is also used in cases of obesity, as it promotes that 'full feeling' and has a diuretic effect that helps to disperse cellulite.   essential oil

Appearance: Clear bright pale yellow or colorless oily liquid

Specific Gravity (20°C): 0.980~0.990

Optical activity (20°C): -2~ +1°

Index of refraction (20°C): 1.5520~1.5590

Frozen Point: 14~19°C

Botanical Name: Foeniculum Vulgare

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base