aniseed myrtle

Botanical name

Backhousia anisatum

Origin

Australia

Method of extraction

Steam distillation

Major constituents

A typical chemical analysis of aniseed myrtle essential oil is as follows: 1,8-cineole (Trace - 1.0%), α-pinene (Trace - 1.0%), anethole (20.0- 33.0%), methyl chavicol (66.0 - 80.0%), α-farnesene (Trace - 1.0 %).

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The main constituents are anethole and methyl chavicol. These constituents are well known for their antispasmodic, analgesic, anti-infectious and expectorant properties. It has similar properties to aniseed, fennel and basil essential oils. The scent of aniseed myrtle oil will help to reawaken your imagination and bring your vision into manifestation to enable you to move forward in life.

How to use

Massage, vaporiser.
Add 5 drops to oil vaporiser or 4 drops to every 10ml or carrier oil.

Cautions

Keep out of reach of children. Do not use internally. Avoid contact with the eyes. Skin irritation may result from contact undiluted essential oils. Skin irritation may result from contact with undiluted essential oils.

Storage conditions

Store below 30°C and protected from light.