Anise Star Essential Oil 10 ml

Star Anise essential oil (Illicium verum) is a distinctively aromatic oil distilled from the star-shaped fruit of an evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. Famous for its intense, licorice-like scent, it is highly valued for its ability to soothe the digestive system and provide a comforting, spicy warmth to any environment.

Key Benefits and Uses

Digestive Harmony: Widely used in aromatherapy to help ease occasional bloating, gas, and indigestion. When diluted and massaged onto the abdomen, it provides a gentle, warming comfort.

Respiratory Support: Acts as a natural expectorant. Inhaling the vapor can help clear congestion and soothe a stubborn cough or "tight" chest during seasonal shifts.

Emotional Comfort: The deep, spicy-sweet aroma is incredibly grounding and is often used to help ease feelings of nervousness, tension, or exhaustion.

Muscle & Joint Soother: Its natural warming properties make it a popular addition to massage blends intended to comfort stiff joints and overworked muscles.

Natural Insect Deterrent: Contains components that are naturally unappealing to many household pests, making it a great addition to natural bug-repellent sprays.

Unique Perfumery Note: A favorite in natural perfumery for adding a "spicy-sweet" gourmand note to blends, often appearing in sophisticated soaps and candles.

Product Specifications

Botanical Name: Illicium verum.

Aroma: Powerful, sweet, and spicy; identical to black licorice.

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the dried star-shaped fruits.

Consistency: Thin; clear to pale yellow.

Note: Top to Middle note.

Safety and Directions

Dilution: Star Anise is a potent oil; always dilute to 1–2% in a carrier oil (like Sweet Almond or Apricot Kernel) before skin application.

Diffusion: Add 1–2 drops to your diffuser. Its scent is very strong and can easily overwhelm other oils; it blends best with Orange, Cinnamon, or Cedarwood.

⚠️ Safety Note: Avoid use with young children and infants due to its high trans-anethole content, which can impact breathing and the nervous system in little ones.

Pregnancy & Medical: Should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult a healthcare provider if you have estrogen-dependent cancers or are taking blood-thinning medications.

External Use Only: Do not ingest. Perform a patch test before full topical use.