Fennel Sweet (Foeniculum vulgare) Essential Oil — 10 ml

🌿 Introduction
Fennel Sweet Essential Oil is a warm, anise-like, and gently spicy essence distilled from the seeds of Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce . Its aroma is sweet, herbaceous, and slightly earthy , reminiscent of licorice and fresh green spice.
Traditionally revered as a digestive and purifying oil , Sweet Fennel is known for its ability to bring clarity, warmth, and inner balance. In perfumery, it serves as a sweet herbal middle note , adding complexity and warmth to spicy, oriental, and aromatic blends.
At Herbsmetics, Fennel Sweet Essential Oil is presented in our Perfume & Aromatherapy Workshops in Phuket , where guests discover its ancient roots, distinctive aniseed sweetness, and balancing character .
🌸 Aroma Profile

• Top Notes : Sweet, fresh, slightly green.
• Heart Notes : Warm, anise-like, spicy.
• Base Nuance : Earthy, soft, and faintly woody.

Compared to Anise or Star Anise oils, Fennel Sweet is milder and more rounded , offering a smoother, more herbal sweetness with less sharpness.
🌍 Origins & Cultural Heritage

• Mediterranean Heritage : Native to southern Europe and widely used since ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
• Traditional Symbolism : Associated with strength, purification, and courage .
• Culinary & Medicinal Legacy : Used to aid digestion, ease tension, and freshen the breath.
• Aromatic Tradition : Known in ancient times as a protective and cleansing herb.

⚗️ Production & Extraction

• Obtained by steam distillation of crushed fennel seeds .
• Key Compounds : Trans-anethole, fenchone, estragole — giving its characteristic sweet-spicy aroma.
• Quality : Clear to pale yellow oil with a sweet-herbal fragrance.
• Distinctiveness : The sweet chemotype (var. dulce) is milder than bitter fennel, making it suitable for perfumery and aromatherapy.

💎 Benefits & Unique Advantages

• Digestive Comfort : Traditionally used to support healthy digestion and reduce bloating.
• Cleansing & Detoxifying : Encourages purification and balance.
• Focus & Clarity : Promotes alertness and clear thinking.
• Perfumery Role : Adds herbal sweetness and warm depth to aromatic and spicy blends.
• Wellness : Symbolizes inner clarity, vitality, and emotional balance.

🏺 Workshop Relevance
At the Herbsmetics Perfume & Aromatherapy Workshops in Phuket , Fennel Sweet oil is used to teach the art of balancing spice and sweetness :

• Guests compare it with anise, basil, and coriander to explore aromatic chemistry.
• Demonstrates how trans-anethole-rich oils blend beautifully with woods and florals.
• Often featured in blends for clarity, courage, and natural warmth .

🌼 Example Uses

• Perfumery : Adds sweet-herbal warmth to oriental, chypre, and fougère compositions.
• Diffuser : Creates a clear, uplifting, and cleansing atmosphere.
• Massage Oils : Supports relaxation and digestive comfort (in low dilution).
• Skincare : Used sparingly for toning and firming blends.
• Wellness Rituals : Ideal for cleansing and balancing aromatherapy practices.

⚠️ Safety Note
Fennel Sweet oil should be used in low concentrations and always diluted. Avoid during pregnancy, with children, or in cases of estrogen-sensitive conditions. Not recommended for prolonged or internal use.
🌟 Why Choose Herbsmetics Fennel Sweet Oil?

• Authentic Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce essential oil from Mediterranean sources.
• Offers a warm, sweet-herbal aroma with natural clarity and balance.
• Deeply tied to ancient European and Ayurvedic herbal traditions .
• Featured in our Phuket workshops, where guests explore its soothing sweetness and aromatic depth .

👉 Perfect for those seeking a sweet-spicy herbal oil that conveys clarity, warmth, and balance in natural perfumery and aromatherapy.