Anise Star Essential Oil
100% Pure Essential Oil
Botanical Details
- Botanical Name: Illicium verum
- Origin: China
- Plant Part: Dried fruit (seed pods)
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
- Aroma: Sweet, spicy, and licorice-like
- Evaporation Rate: Middle Note
- Odor Strength: High
Description
Warm, comforting, and unmistakably sweet—Anise Star Essential Oil delivers the signature licorice-like scent you might recognize from fennel, anise seed, or traditional herbal remedies. Steam distilled from the dried fruit of Illicium verum, this oil is rich in anethole, a naturally occurring compound often highlighted for its aromatic and cleansing properties.
Historically used in Chinese medicine to support vitality and address discomfort, Anise Star oil now appears in modern personal care for both its scent and function. It’s commonly used in toothpaste, soaps, and fine fragrances.
Common Uses
- Respiratory Support: Diffuse to help open airways and ease congestion
- Digestive Aid: Diluted topical use may ease bloating and discomfort
- Muscle Relief: Soothing in massage blends for overworked muscles
- Aromatherapy: Promotes calm and gentle mental stimulation
- Natural Perfuming: Adds warmth to seasonal and spiced blends
Blends Well With
Citrus oils (Sweet Orange, Bergamot), spice oils (Clove, Cinnamon, Nutmeg), and grounding oils like Fir or Lavender.
Key Component: Anethole
Anethole is the dominant chemical constituent in Star Anise oil. Known for its sweet scent and biological activity, it has been studied for antimicrobial, mild analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It may also exhibit mild estrogenic effects and neurotoxicity in high doses, especially in sensitive populations such as young children and those with hormone-related conditions.
Safety & Precautions
- Recommended Dilution: Do not exceed 1.75% for topical use
- Avoid during pregnancy, lactation, and with children under 5
- High-risk populations should avoid prolonged exposure
- Store away from direct sunlight, heat, and children
- Always perform a patch test before full application
- Do not ingest unless directed by a certified professional
- Contains constituents that may be carcinogenic with improper use
Disclaimer
This product is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
| UPC Barcode | 641990785173 |
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| Scientific Data | U.S. National Library of Medicine "Both the essential oil [Anise Star] and trans-anethole exhibited strong inhibitory effect against all test fungi indicating that most of the observed antifungal properties was due to the presence of trans-anethole in the oil, which could be developed as natural fungicides for plant disease control in fruit and vegetable preservation." Complete Scientific Study Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21030909 "I. verum has carminative, stomachic, stimulant, and diuretic properties, and is used as a pharmaceutical supplement" "The essential oils of [Anise Star] I. verum and S. tenuifolia and their major constituents could be used to manage post-harvest diseases caused by B. cinerea and C. gloeosporioides." Complete Scientific Study Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18062240
"Other studies have indicated that the essential oil of [Anise Star] I. verum has repellent and fumigant actions." Complete Scientific Study Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4212851/
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| Uses | Relaxation, Respiratory, Haircare |
| Aroma | Earthy / Herbaceous |
