Sweet Fennel Organic Essential Oil (Foeniculum vulgare)

Organic sweet fennel essential oil is obtained through steam distillation from seeds grown in Chalkidiki, Central Macedonia. It has a very pleasant chemical balance: trans-anethole 51.9% (not excessively high), fenchone 10.7% (balancing sweetness with a slight bitterness and freshness), and alpha-pinene and alpha-phellandrene 8.15%, creating a pleasant, clear tone. This is a therapeutic, deep oil that supports the digestive and emotional systems.

This is a complex and dynamic aroma. Initially, it strikes with the aniseed sweetness of trans-anethole, but soon something fresher, greener, with a slight "piney" note emerges – α-pinene, limonene, and fenchone. The result is not a heavy, kitchen anise, but a clear, airy scent with a warm heart. In a well-balanced blend (e.g., with lemon or lavender), it can open the senses and soothe at the same time.

Product properties
Country of origin: Greece
Part of the plant: Seeds
Cultivation: Certified organic
Groups of organic compounds: Ethers
Botanical family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties

Fragrance profile

• Aroma: sweet, fresh, earthy, aniseed, spicy
• Fragrance classification: top to middle note
• Appearance: liquid
• Color: colorless

Chemical profile (dominant components):

trans-anethole 51.90%,
alpha-pinene 15.85%,
fenchone 10.70%,
alpha-phellandrene 8.15%.

Application

Digestive system and emotional tension in the abdominal area.
It has antispasmodic and calming effects, and supports peristalsis. That's why it's traditionally used in "abdominal" blends (diffused or diluted topically).
Transitional period, cold/dry.
It supports hormonal and energy balance and adds “warmth” – especially when anxiety and tension are easily felt.

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 5 years
Safety and warnings
Sweet fennel oil should only be used for short periods and always in good dilution. Tisserand and Young recommend caution when using sweet fennel oil. The oil is contraindicated in pregnancy, breastfeeding, endometriosis, and estrogen-dependent cancers; it should not be used in children under 5 years of age.
The use of sweet fennel oil in cosmetics is not restricted by EU regulations; however, IFRA recommends a maximum dermal concentration of 0.2%. Tisserand and Young recommend a maximum dermal concentration of 2.5%.

Combinations for rosemary oil
Citrus fruits (e.g. grapefruit, bergamot) - fresh-sweet, uplifting.
Herbs (peppermint or green mint, coriander) - an accent "for the belly", freshness.
Conifers (fir, spruce) - breath, space, sweetness balance.
Flowers (lavender) - a softer, more soothing sound

Production date: July 2025
Expiration date: July 2030
Batch number: E1001933

Interesting fact: Anise seed (Pimpinella anisum) and star anise/star anise (Illicium verum) smell similar due to anethole, but they are different species: the former are the seeds of a herbaceous plant from Europe/Mediterranean, the latter are the star-shaped fruits of a tree from Asia.

Vessel essential oils are tested using GC/MS and GC/FID methods, confirming their authenticity, purity and compliance with the natural plant profile.
The analysis utilizes gas chromatography combined with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) in SCAN mode to precisely identify each component. Quantitative composition is determined using GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural oils, free from synthetic additives—ideal for professional aromatherapy applications. The distillery specializes in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAP) and complies with ISO 9001/22000 and Organic/COSMOS standards, among others.

Fennel Essential Oil, Fennel Essential Oil, Fennel Oil (INCI: Foeniculum Vulgare Dulce Seed Oil)