Sweet fennel essential oil "foeniculum vulgare miller"

Sweet Fennel essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the mature seeds of the Foeniculum vulgare Miller plant, a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean and southern Europe.

Properties and uses:

Sweet fennel essential oil has a sweet, anise-like aroma and is used in aromatherapy to treat digestive problems, such as flatulence, colic, nausea and vomiting. It is also used to stimulate lactation and to treat menstrual disorders, such as premenstrual syndrome and amenorrhea. In addition, it is believed that it may have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

In the food industry, sweet fennel essential oil is used as a flavoring and in the production of alcoholic beverages, such as fennel liqueur. It is also used in the production of cosmetic and personal care products, such as creams, lotions and perfumes.

Obtaining method:

Sweet fennel essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the mature seeds of the plant. The seeds are harvested when they are ripe and left to dry in the sun. They are then crushed and subjected to a steam distillation process, where the steam passes through the raw material and carries away the volatile components, including the essential oil, which are condensed and collected in a separate container. The essential oil is separated from the distillation water and bottled for use.

Botanical name: Foeniculum vulgare
INCI: Foeniculum vulgare dulce Fruit Oil
Family: Apiaceae
Part used: seeds
Main components: Anethole, a-pinene
Cultivation: Conventional
CAS: 8006-84-6
EINECS: 282-892-3