Fennel (Bitter) Essential Oil (GEO-N9)
REFERENCES
CAS Number: 84625-39-8 ; 8006-84-6
FEMA Number: 2481
EINECS Number: 283-414-6
INCI Name: Foeniculum vulgare fruit oil
PART USED
Seeds
SYNONYMS
Foeniculum vulgare mill. var. amara
COMMON NAMES
Roman Fennel, French Fennel, Fenkel, Florence Fennel, Saunf, Finocchio
EXTRACTION METHOD
Steam Distilled Essential Oil
ORIGIN
Egypt
NOTE CLASSIFICATION
Middle to Top Note
MAIN CONSTITUENTS
trans-Anethole 50% – 78% , Fenchone 10% – 25% , α-Pinene 2% – 11% , Estragole 1% – 5%
PROPERTIES
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor: Characteristic sweet herbaceous odor
PRODUCT CODE
GEO-N9
OVERVIEW & DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Our Fennel Essential Oil is derived through steam distillation from the petite aromatic seeds of the blossoming Foeniculum vulgare amara herb, cultivated in the Egyptian countryside. Aromatically, Bitter Fennel Essential Oil occupies a middle position, boasting a fresh, earthy, spicy, anise-like scent, often employed in natural perfumery to harmonize aromatic compositions. It harmonizes seamlessly with other essential oils within the citrus, mint, wood, and spice categories, enhancing olfactory blends.
REPORTED BENEFITS AND USES
Fennel Essential Oil promotes optimal lung function and aids in alleviating spasmodic coughs and mild asthma symptoms. Its antimicrobial properties combat undesirable bacterial and fungal activity, while its anti-inflammatory nature offers soothing relief and supports proper lymphatic system function. With its dual action as an astringent and cleanser, Fennel Essential Oil addresses the needs of both mature and imbalanced skin types, providing harmonizing benefits year-round and promoting a youthful complexion. It is particularly beneficial for troubled skin conditions, such as redness associated with teenage skin.
Emotionally and energetically, Fennel Essential Oil promotes a sense of calm and motivation. Its distinctive aroma is particularly effective in alleviating anxiety and fostering mental clarity without inducing drowsiness. Thanks to its versatile scent profile, Fennel Oil enhances a wide range of diffuser blends, amplifying their aromatic and therapeutic properties.

