Anise Seed Essential Oil

Pure Anise Seed Essential Oil (Essence)
'A seed of ‘I am’…is indivisible'

Family: Apiaceae
Latin name: Pimpinella anisum
Origin: Egypt
Farming Method: Biodynamic
Plant Parts: Flowering Parts & Some Stems
Process: Steam Distilled
Additional Information: Be mindful in application, may be skin sensitive. Do a test patch.

Anise Seed essential oil, distilled from the dried seeds of Pimpinella anisum, is a time-honored botanical treasure with a sweet, licorice-like aroma and a rich legacy of healing, emotional, and spiritual significance. From ancient temples to modern apothecaries, Anise Seed essential oil continues to bridge the realms of body, mind, and spirit. Whether used for healing, emotional grounding, or spiritual insight, it remains a fragrant thread woven through the tapestry of human wellness and mysticism.

Medicinal & Therapeutic Benefits
Therapeutically, Anise Seed oil is a powerhouse for digestive health.  Anise Seed is renowned for relieving bloating, gas, indigestion and colic.

Potent antispasmodic and expectorant properties make it a natural ally for easing muscle cramps and clearing respiratory congestion

Due to its abundance of anethole, the oil also boasts strong antimicrobial and antifungal effects. Traditionally, it has been used to support hormonal balance, particularly in easing menstrual discomfort and promoting lactation.

Spiritual & Emotional Benefits
Anise Seed oil shines as an emotional tonic: 

• Known to dispel fear and timidity, uplift the spirit and restore equilibrium

• Clarifying scent sharpens mental focus 

• Helps lift feelings of stagnation or mental fog

Spiritually, Anise Seed oil has long been revered in magical and metaphysical traditions. This beautiful oil can enhance psychic awareness, deepen meditation, foster connection with a higher consciousness and support purification and protection rituals.

Anise Seed is associated with the planet Jupiter and the element of air, suggesting support for expansion, wisdom, and clarity,

Historical & Cultural Information
Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this aromatic oil has been cherished for over 4,000 years, tracing its roots to the eastern Mediterranean and Southwest Asia. Ancient Egyptians used it to soothe digestive ailments and freshen breath, while Greek and Roman physicians like Hippocrates and Pliny the Elder praised its medicinal virtues. 

Application Considerations:

• Hormone Sensitivity: Because Anise contains a high percentage of anethole, please use sparingly/with caution if you have hormone-sensitive conditions.

• Allergies: If you have known allergies to celery, fennel, caraway, or cumin, please use Anise with care as they belong to the same botanical family.

• Medication Use: It is always recommend to consult with your medicinal aromatherapist before using if you are currently taking anti-coagulants, hormone therapies, or sedatives.