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Fennel is a biennial or perennial herb up to 2m high with feathery
leaves and golden yellow flowers. Essential oil is extracted by steam
distillation from crushed seeds or the whole herb. Fennel will thrive
anywhere, and a plantation will last for years.
Uses
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Fennel essential oil, is considered
good for obstructions of the liver, spleen and gall bladder and
digestive complaints. Can be used locally for conjunctivitis,
blepharitis and pharyngitis. On account of its aromatic and carminative
properties, Fennel fruit is chiefly used medicinally with purgatives to
allay their tendency to griping and for this purpose forms one of the
ingredients of the well-known compound Liquorice Powder. Fennel water
has properties similar to those of
anise and
dill water: mixed with sodium
bicarbonate and syrup, these waters constitute the domestic 'Gripe
Water,' used to correct the flatulence of infants. Volatile oil of
Fennel has these properties in concentration. Fennel is also largely
used for cattle condiments. It is one of the plants which is said to be
disliked by fleas, and powdered Fennel has the effect of driving away
fleas from kennels and stables. The plant gives off ozone most readily
Fennel essential oil,
blends
well with the following essential oils:
anise,
Geranium,
lavender,
rose and
sandalwood.
Cautions -
Non-irritant, relatively non-toxic, narcotic in large doses; bitter
fennel may cause sensitization. Bitter fennel oil should not be used on
the skin at all, although it is considered superior medicinally. Neither
oil should be used by epileptics or during pregnancy. Use in moderation.
Properties -
Aperitif, anti-flammatory,
antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminantive, depurative,
diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, galactagogue, laxativeorexigenic,
stimulant (circulatory), splenic, stomachic, tonic, vermifuge.
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Common Name - Fennel
Essential Oil
Botanical Name - Foeniculum
vulgare dulce
Country of Origin - India
Parts
Used - Seeds
Extraction - Steam
Distillation
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Essential oils packing:
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5 ml, 10
ml, 25 ml or any pack asked by customer. Minimum order in our label 1000
and in private label 5000
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Bulk
packing is also available.
All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural essential oils, of
therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our
products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
Fennel Essential oils and aromatherapy
products can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage
oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume
oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense,
light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.
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