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 %).
Actions
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.