Revered by ancient civilizations, particularly those in the Middle East. Anise has a very sweet, licorice-like aroma. Like fennel, anise has estrogenic properties and effects and is somewhat stronger than fennel in this regard. The anti-spasmodic properties of anise make it effective diluted in carrier oil and applied to the abdomen for menstrual pain and stomach cramps. Considered a bronchial dilator and expectorant, making it useful for asthma and respiratory conditions that include phlegm and coughing. The herb is used in folk medicine to facilitate birth and to increase and encourage milk production,

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Therapeutic Properties: anti-spasmodic, estrogenic, bronchial dilator, diuretic, expectorant, invigorating, stimulating, carminitive, galactagogue, stomachic, heart tonic and stimulant

Affinity for: Cardiovascular, digestive, hormonal, and respiratory systems

Application: reflex point areas on feet; on the chest or abdomen; diffused; diluted as a massage oil

Aromatic: invigorating, expectorating

Cautions: estrogenic-avoid if pregnant; avoid direct sunlight on skin to which this oil has been applied
Contains a natural substance that can form crystals if the oil if chilled. Just warm the bottle slightly.