Star Anise Essential Oil

Description

Star Anise Essential Oil (Illicium verum)

Star anise essential oil is warm and sweet with a rich liquorice fragrance. It brings an exotic, spiced character to seasonal blends and perfumery.

Available in 10ml and 30ml sizes. Choose 10ml to try it or 30ml for regular use.

At a glance

Botanical name	Illicium verum
Aroma	Warm, sweet, liquorice-like and spicy
Perfumery note	Middle note
Sizes	10ml and 30ml
Use	Aromatic use, or diluted on the skin to 1% or less

Ways to enjoy it

• A sweet, spiced scent for cosy evenings in.
• A liquorice note for seasonal and festive blends.
• A touch of warmth in natural perfume.

How to use

• Diffuser: add 1 to 2 drops to an ultrasonic diffuser in a well-ventilated room, in sessions of 30 to 60 minutes.
• Inhalation: put 1 drop on a tissue and breathe in slowly. Keep the tissue away from your skin and eyes.
• On the skin: always dilute. Mix 2 drops into 10ml of a carrier oil such as sweet almond or jojoba (about 1%), or 3 drops into 15ml. Never exceed 1%. Patch test first.

Important safety information

• May cause an allergic skin reaction. Never apply undiluted, keep skin use to 1% or less and patch test first. Avoid the eyes and broken or sensitive skin.
• Use only genuine star anise oil (Illicium verum). Never confuse it with Japanese star anise, which is toxic.
• For external and aromatic use only. Do not swallow.
• Keep out of reach of children, and do not use on or near the face of babies or young children.
• Take care around pets, especially cats.
• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and speak to a healthcare professional if you have a medical condition.
• Essential oils are not medicines and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.

Read more in our essential oil safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put star anise essential oil on my skin?
Only when diluted, to no more than 1%. Patch test first and avoid the eyes and broken skin.

What does star anise blend well with?
It pairs well with Sweet Orange, Cinnamon, Clove and Ginger.

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