Fennel Sweet Essential Oil (Foeniculum vulgare var.dulce)

Fennel Sweet Essential Oil

Latin Name:  Foeniculum vulgare var.dulce

Source: France

Part of plant: Seed

Grade: Organic

Chemical Componants: anethol, δ-phellandrene, δ-limonene, trans anethol, fenchone, methyl chavicol

Aroma Character: very sweet, earthy, peppery-spicy

Blends Well with:  Geranium, Rosemary, Sandalwood

Fennel, Sweet is a biennial or perennial herb with distinctive, delicate feathery leaves and golden flowers. The essential oil is steam-distilled from the crushed seeds.

Fennel, Sweet is one of the best detoxifying essential oils and is much used in lymphatic drainage massage. Its diuretic qualities help rid the body of toxins and it is a good urinary tract antiseptic.

Fennel, Sweet is also excellent for alleviating flatulence and digestive problems, and local massage combined with drinking fennel tea is recommended. Overall, Fennel essential oil is deeply cleansing, purifying and revitalising.