Fennel essential oil is steam distilled from the seeds of the Foeniculum vulgare dulce, a large perennial herb.
A few of Fennel Essential Oil's qualities are as follows:
- has anti-biotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-septic and stimulant properties.
- said to be beneficial for brightening a dull complexion, improving memory, balancing oily and mature skin and PMS.
- is a clear pale yellow color and has a sweet licorice-like scent.
- avoid during pregnancy and if epileptic.
- blends nicely with bergamot, black pepper, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon, mandarin, marjoram, sweet orange, pine, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, tangerine, and ylang ylang.
This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.