Fennel, Sweet - Organic EO


Details

  • Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare ssp. capillaceum var. dulce (synonym of Foeniculum vulgare Mill.)
  • Origin: Egypt or Hungary (See COA for lot specific origin)
  • Process: Steam Distilled Essential Oil
  • Plant Part: Seeds
  • Cultivation: Certified Organic (USDA, NOP, EU, JAP)
  • Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery. Always dilute.
  • Note: Middle to Top Note
  • Aroma Families: Anisic, Herbal
  • Aroma: Very sweet, intense anise/licorice-like, slightly camphoraceous and somewhat citrus-like, with earthy, peppery undertones.
  • Contraindications: Various cautions; avoid use if pregnant/breastfeeding, epileptic, elderly and on children under 5 years old; for further information, please see important Safety Considerations below.



Product Name SKU Price Qty
  1. Fennel, Sweet - ORG Sample (1 ml) 310-3
    $2.00
  2. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 15 ml (1/2 oz) * 310-016
    $11.25
  3. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 30 ml (1 oz) 310-030
    $17.00
  4. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 2 oz 310-9
    $29.00
  5. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 4 oz 310-10
    $51.00
  6. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 8 oz 310-11
    $91.00
  7. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 16 oz 310-12
    $164.00
  8. Fennel, Sweet - Organic 1 kg 310-25
    $325.00
  9. For larger sizes or quantities please contact us for pricing and availability.         
* Size includes orifice (drop) reducer

Overview

Organic Sweet Fennel Essential Oil

Our organic Sweet Fennel is distilled from the seeds of Foeniculum vulgare, a tall biennial herb that since ancient times has been associated with longevity, strength and courage.1 Indigenous to Mediterranean countries, the seeds were carried by both Roman soldiers and devout pilgrims during long journeys.2 Both Tisserand and Peter and Kate Damien concur that Fennel’s properties make it an ideal addition to topical preparations, particularly in massage for local application to the abdomen and lower back.3,4 Minimal application and a low dilution ratio of 1% are recommended for this type of massage. 

The molecular composition of organic Sweet Fennel is surprisingly diverse, featuring (E)-anethole, limonene, α- and ß-pinenes, estragole, α-phellandrene, and less than 1.0 percent of many other constituents, including fenchone (a ketone).5 Highly etheric oils like Sweet Fennel are extremely "drying" and as such, may be useful in massage for damp skin, helping to improve the appearance of puffiness. It is also suitable for chest rubs, oily and mature skin preparations, and in diffusers.

For information regarding the attributes of Sweet Fennel essential oil, please see:

  • L’Aromathérapie Exactement, Pierre Franchomme and Dr. Daniel Pénoël, 1990, pp. 354-5.
  • Essential Oils – A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, 2nd ed., Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2012, pp. 225-6.
  • Aromatherapeutic Blending – Essential Oils in Synergy, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2016, pp. 212-3.

Aromatic Profile: Very sweet, intense anise/licorice-like, slightly camphoraceous and somewhat citrus-like, with earthy, peppery undertones.


Appearance: Colorless, transparent, mobile liquid.


Use: Aromatherapy, Natural Perfumery.


Blending Suggestions: Dilute well and add drop by drop to your blends until the desired effect is achieved.


Blends Well With: Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Caraway, Cardamom, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Coriander, Cumin, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper Berry, Lavandin, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Orange (sweet), Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang. Sweet Fennel essential oil finds application in chypre, fougère and other (e.g., ‘odor-masking’) perfumes, where its different spicy-herbaceous anisic shadings are appreciated."6


Safety Considerations: If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, please consult with a physician before use. Avoid use in pregnancy, breastfeeding, bleeding disorders,  and on children under 5 years old 7; we also recommend that the elderly and those with epilepsy avoid using this essential oil. Dilute before use. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.


1 Rhind, Jennifer Peace. Aromatherapeutic Blending – Essential Oils in Synergy, 2016, pp. 212-3.

2 Battaglia, Salvatore. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd ed., 2018, p. 291-292.

3 Tisserand, Robert. Aromatherapy: To Heal and Tend the Body, 1988, p. 207.

4 Damian, Peter & Kate. Aromatherapy: Scent and Psyche, 1995, p. 190.

5 Industry communication.

6 Wells, F.V. and Marcel Billot. Perfumery Technology – Art: Science: Industry, 2nd ed., 1981, p. 78.

7 Tisserand, Robert and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed., 2014, p. 277.


The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made by Eden Botanicals as to the medicinal value of any products from Eden Botanicals. The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

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Customer Reviews for Fennel, Sweet - Organic EO

Love it Review by
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5
I bought this a few years ago and I still use it when I make licorice perfume oil. It smells fantastic and just as it should
(Posted on 2/28/2020)
Not the way I like fennel Review by
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3
Earthy low mid notes that in my opinion sour the oil. I usually feel fennel in my gut but when I smell this fennel I feel sick to my stomach.
(Posted on 1/7/2018)
Wow ! Review by
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5
Really smells of anise, black licorice but very pure and
crisp smelling . Can't wait to try this out !
(Posted on 8/24/2015)
Delicious scent of fresh fennel Review by
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5
This is a delicious fennel, greatly concentrated, no unexpected notes just nice bright sweet fennel. I have used it for stomach ache and in pain blends. Mostly I use it for its exquisite scent. I happen to love fennel and this oil really brings out the most beautiful aspect of the herb. It smells very very pure. I keep mine in the fridge as it is my understanding that fennel is one of the oils that undergoes chemical changes (for the worse) relatively quickly and that keeping it colder can slow the oxidation. I have had mine for maybe a year, though, and in terms of scent it is still wonderful.
(Posted on 8/29/2014)