Latin Name: Foeniculum Vulgare
Part Of Plant Used: Crushed Seeds
Source: Ukraine
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Wikipedia Link: Fennel
Fennel oil is a popular choice in aromatherapy due to its refreshing, anise-like scent and various potential benefits.
Some common uses for fennel oil:
- Aromatherapy: add the oil to an aromatherapy diffuser or electric atomiser, it has a sweet, spicy, woody, and clean scent, similar to aniseed.
- Digestive health: often use to aid digestion, relieve bloating, and reduce gas – dilute a few drops in a carrier oil and rub into the bottom of feet or belly.
- Respiratory health: It may help to clear congestion and improve breathing.
- Anti-inflammatory properties: can help reduce inflammation in the body.
- Baths and Showers: add a few drops to a warm bath or a drop of fennel oil to each corner of your shower.
Fennel oil is typically extracted through steam distillation, which is a common method used to extract essential oils from plants. This process allows for the efficient extraction of the aromatic compounds from fennel, resulting in the concentrated essential oil.
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