Aromatherapy Anise

There is an old saying among fisherman that if you want to catch fish, to rub a little Anise on your hands, and the fish will bite.  This is due to the fact that Anise is so aromatic, that it will erase the human scent from fisherman’s hands when baiting hooks. 

The fragrant scent of Anise resembles licorice.  Not only is Anise fragrant and great for fisherman, but also it is also great for many ailments.  Anise has been used as an expectorant for cases of bronchitis, asthma, and upper respiratory infections.  It is also an added ingredient in many cough lozenges. 

Another recommended use for Anise is in the treating of menstrual conditions such as cramping, PMS, and helping lactating mothers to increase their milk supply.  Anise has estrogen like compounds that help bring a woman’s body into balance. 

Another area where Anise has shown great benefits is in treating ailments of the digestive system.  Anise will help with upset stomach, digestion problems, gas, and bloating.  It also makes a powerful massage oil when added to a carrier oil for sore and overworked muscles.

The Essential oil of Anise is derived from the seeds.  It can be blended with Peppermint, Wintergreen, Clove, Lavender, Orange, and Pine.  You can blend Anise Oil with Sassafras oil for a wonderful insect repellant.  Anise blended with Peppermint Oil will make a great antiseptic that you can apply to cuts, wounds, and other skin irritations.

To make an aromatic bath, blend a few drops of Oil of Anise with a few drops of Lavender and add to a hot tub.  Soak for at least 20-30 minutes to achieve maximum benefits.  This is a great way to relax sore and stiff muscles.  The heat will allow the Oil of Anise to penetrate deep into the painful muscles.  Never use soap when you are soaking in an aromatic bath.  Soap will leave a film over your skin, preventing the oils from penetrating deep into the tissue. 

For an aromatherapy breathing treatment for asthma, deep coughs, or coughs that are dry add Oil of Anise to a vaporizer and keep in the sick persons room.  You can also add Clove Oil, Peppermint, or Wintergreen to the Anise oil for added benefits.  Don’t forget that Anise is purely edible and you can enhance the benefits of the vapor and inhalation treatments by taking either Anise cough drops, or simply make an elixir by pouring 1-cup hot water over a tablespoon of crushed Anise seeds then drinking. 

Always make sure that the Oil of Anise you have purchased is edible, if it isn’t just use Anise seeds and crush them yourself, or add them to hot water.

Due to the rich and aromatic scent of Anise, Anise aromatherapy candles are a wonderful addition to your home.  Look for Anise aromatherapy candles such as Anise and Nutmeg, Anise and Cloves, and others to bring a wonderful spicy fragrance to your home and mood.  Burn aromatherapy candles when you are relaxing in your aromatic baths, for a complete and totally refreshing experience.