Anise Star Essential Oil

Anise Star Essential Oil is great for cleaning, digestion, soothing, and supporting respiration. 

Botanical Name: Illicium verum

Main Constituents:
Anethole: ≥ 87.0%

Plant Part: Seeds

Origin: China

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Description / Color / Consistency: A light colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: Anise Star has a powerful and licorice-like scent, giving a strong top note.

Blends With: Lavender, Pine, Orange, Rosewood, Clove and Cinnamon.

Product Abstract: A small to medium evergreen tree of the magnolia family, reaching up to 8m (26ft). The fruits are harvested before they ripen, then sun dried. Tough-skinned and rust colored, the seed pods measure up to 3 cm long. The Japanese plant this tree in their temples and on tombs, and use the pounded bark as incense. This essential oil may solidify, and if so, must be heated to be brought back to a liquid state. This attests to the purity of the oil.

Uses:

• Cleans
• Aids Digestion
• Soothes
• Supports Respiration

Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

• Kid Safe: May be used by children 10+
• Pregnancy Safe: No
• Breastfeeding Safe: No
• Cat Safe: No
• Dog Safe: No
• Special Dilution Rate: 2.5% or less. 
• More Safety Info: Anise Star has a weak estrogen-like activity due to its trans-anethole content. Do not use if pregnant, breastfeeding, you have endometriosis, or you have any estrogen-related cancers. This oil may interfere with anticoagulant medications or bleeding disorders. Always dilute an essential oil before using it topically. Failing to do so can cause irritation. Never ingest an essential oil even if it is generally regarded as safe unless under the supervision of a doctor certified in aromatherapy.

NOTE: This oil may form crystals during transit or storage. Gentle warming in a hot water bath and stirring  may be required.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.