Umbrellas of delicate yellow flowers rise above the gray-green feathery fronds stemming from the celerylike stalks of the fennel plant. After blooming, the flowers turn into grayish brown seeds with a licoricelike flavor. At maturity, fennel stands about four feet tall. Fennel oil, steam-distilled from the crushed seeds, smells similar to anise. It has a sweet and zesty, sharp and spicy, fresh and warm aroma.
Indigenous to the Mediterranean area, fennel flourishes in environments near the sea. Sweet fennel, or Foeniculum vulgare dulce, is a member of the Apiaceae family and is now cultivated in
Beauty Benefits
Fennel oil's muscle-toning effect helps maintain youthful facial muscles. It reputedly wards off wrinkles and minimizes puffiness around the eyes. In addition, it restores moisture to dry and dehydrated skin. Some aromatherapists say that regularly massaging fennel oil into the breasts helps to keep them firm and attractive.
Emotional Effects
Fennel oil has an overall calming effect on the emotions. It reduces stress and nervousness. Fennel oil provides a sense of protection, strength and courage during vulnerable or emotionally low times. It can also increase sexual desire
Reprinted from Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health and Beauty by Roberta Wilson with permission of Avery Books, a member of Penguin Putnam Inc. Copyright © 1995 by Roberta Wilson.
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