Anise Seed Essential Oil — 10 ml

🌿 Introduction
Anise Seed Essential Oil is a sweet, warm, and aromatic essence distilled from the tiny seeds of the Pimpinella anisum plant. With its comforting licorice-like aroma and subtle spicy undertone, it is one of the most ancient and recognizable fragrances in the world.
Compared to Star Anise, which comes from an Asian evergreen tree, Anise Seed oil is softer, more delicate, and slightly powdery, evoking warmth, nostalgia, and serenity. It is cherished in perfumery for its ability to add sweetness and clarity to spicy, herbal, and oriental compositions.
At Herbsmetics, Anise Seed Essential Oil is featured in our Perfume & Aromatherapy Workshops in Phuket, where guests experience its timeless charm and aromatic warmth, connecting ancient traditions to modern perfumery.
🌸 Aroma Profile

• Top Notes: Sweet, spicy, and clean.
• Heart Notes: Warm, aniseed, slightly powdery.
• Base Nuance: Gentle, creamy, and faintly woody.

Compared to Star Anise (Illicium verum), Anise Seed is rounder and softer, with a more herbal sweetness and less sharpness.
🌍 Origins & Cultural Heritage

• Mediterranean Heritage: Native to Egypt and the Eastern Mediterranean, where it has been cultivated for over 3,000 years.
• Ancient Use: Revered by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans for its digestive, aromatic, and ritual benefits.
• Cultural Symbolism: Represents protection, vitality, and clarity.
• Modern Perfumery: A signature note in vintage fougère and oriental perfumes, often used to add warmth and gourmand sweetness.

⚗️ Production & Extraction

• Obtained by steam distillation of dried anise seeds.
• Key Compounds: Trans-anethole (up to 90%), estragole, eugenol, and anisaldehyde — giving its characteristic sweet-spicy profile.
• Quality: Clear to pale yellow oil with an intense, sugary-spice aroma.
• Distinctiveness: One of nature’s richest sources of trans-anethole, prized for both flavor and fragrance.

💎 Benefits & Unique Advantages

• Mind Clearing: Sharpens focus and enhances mental clarity.
• Relaxing & Comforting: Soothes emotional tension and supports calm breathing.
• Digestive Aid: Traditionally used for easing bloating and nausea.
• Perfumery Role: Adds sweet-spicy brightness and warmth to complex compositions.
• Wellness: Symbolizes warmth, protection, and clear energy.

🏺 Workshop Relevance
At the Herbsmetics Perfume & Aromatherapy Workshops in Phuket, Anise Seed oil is part of the “Aromatic Spice Spectrum” experience:

• Guests compare it with Star Anise, Fennel Sweet, and Clove, learning how spice oils differ in sweetness and depth.
• Demonstrates how a single aromatic compound (anethole) expresses differently across plant species.
• Blends beautifully with orange, coriander, cinnamon, lavender, and vanilla.

🌼 Example Uses

• Perfumery: Adds sweet, spicy warmth to oriental, gourmand, and herbal blends.
• Diffuser: Creates a cozy, uplifting atmosphere.
• Massage Oils: Provides gentle warming and relaxation (used in low dilution).
• Skincare: Adds a soft, sweet aromatic touch to balms and creams.
• Wellness Rituals: Used for grounding, focus, and emotional warmth.

⚠️ Safety Note
Anise Seed oil is potent — use in low dilution (1% or less for topical blends). Avoid during pregnancy or for those with hormone-sensitive conditions. Not recommended for infants or small children.
🌟 Why Choose Herbsmetics Anise Seed Oil?

• Authentic Pimpinella anisum essential oil from Mediterranean sources.
• Offers a gentle, sweet-spicy aroma ideal for both perfumery and relaxation.
• Deeply rooted in ancient herbal traditions and natural wellness practices.
• Featured in our Phuket workshops, where guests experience its warmth, nostalgia, and aromatic balance.

👉 Perfect for those seeking a classic, comforting spice oil that conveys clarity, warmth, and timeless sweetness in natural perfumery and aromatherapy.