Anise Essential Oil (GEO-N1)
REFERENCES
CAS Number: 8007-70-3 ; 84775-42-8
FEMA Number: 2094
EINECS Number: 283-872-7
INCI Name: Pimpinella Anisum (Anise) Seed Oil
PART USED
Seeds
SYNONYMS
Pimpinella anisum L.
COMMON NAMES
Aniseed, Green Anise
EXTRACTION METHOD
Steam Distilled Essential Oil
ORIGIN
Egypt
NOTE CLASSIFICATION
Top to Middle Note
MAIN CONSTITUENTS
Anethole 87% – 94% , Himachalene 1% – 5%
PROPERTIES
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Intensely spicy-sweet, characteristic licorice-like aroma
PRODUCT CODE
GEO-N1
OVERVIEW & DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Our Anise Essential Oil undergoes steam distillation from the mature brown pods of the white-flowering Pimpinella anisum plant cultivated in Egypt. Historically esteemed for its dual role as both spice and medicinal remedy, Anise seed boasts a rich culinary and therapeutic heritage. Infused with a distinctive sweet, herbaceous, and warmly spicy essence reminiscent of licorice, Anise Oil has been a culinary staple, enhancing everything from confectionery delights to savory curry dishes.
Distinguished from the commonly known Star Anise spice, Pimpinella anisum is an annual herb indigenous to Greece and Egypt, also cultivated in India, China, Mexico, and Spain. Aniseed Oil is frequently interchanged with Star Anise Oil, both deriving their primary therapeutic benefits from trans-anethole. This naturally occurring constituent imparts a recognizable licorice-like aroma akin to fennel, albeit sweeter in profile.
REPORTED BENEFITS AND USES
Anise Essential Oil boasts remarkable richness and potency. Beyond its digestive soothing properties, it serves as an excellent ingredient in formulations aimed at alleviating pain and inflammation. Known for its potential to mitigate muscle spasms and viral activity, this oil proves beneficial in diffuser and inhaler blends, particularly in supporting respiratory health during cold or flu episodes. Additionally, Aniseed Oil offers anti-inflammatory benefits and exhibits refreshing, moisturizing, and skin-regenerating effects.
From an emotional and energetic standpoint, Anise Essential Oil offers a warm and invigorating presence, known to combat mental fatigue, enhance clarity, and promote sustained alertness. It’s comforting properties make it particularly beneficial in alleviating situational anxiety and depression, providing a calming effect on the nerves while fostering a sense of creativity.


