Fennel and its beneficial properties are known to all. In the people, this unique plant is called fennel.
The fruits, leaves and stalks of fennel contain a large amount of essential oil. It is widely used in many industries: medicine, cosmetology and perfumery.
The oil itself has a bitter aftertaste and a slightly pungent aroma, resembling anise from afar. It looks like a clear or pale yellow liquid.
What it is?
Fennel oil is an essential oil. All the benefits of oil due to its rich composition, which includes fenhol, anethol, camphene, limonene, anisic aldehyde and alpha-pinene. It includes a large number of chemical elements and minerals, we list them in detail (the amount is indicated per 100 grams):
- vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6 and C - 0.3 mg each;
- iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium, manganese, copper, sodium, phosphorus, zinc and selenium - 3 mg each.
Beneficial features
Regular use of fennel oil will help achieve the following positive changes:
- Improving digestion, reducing bloating, nausea.
Removal of toxins from the body.- Decreased spasms.
- Removal of excess fluid, the fight against edema and cellulite.
- Treatment of respiratory illnesses.
- Accelerated wound healing and skin repair.
- Fight against wrinkles and other age-related skin changes.
- Reduction of inflammatory processes.
- Destruction of the fungus.
- Stress relief and improvement of the nervous system, the normalization of sexual function.
Removal of toxins from the body.Indications for use
Most of all this product is necessary for people who have the following problems:
- excess weight;
- bowel failure;
- nervous disorders;
- deterioration of the skin;
- inflammation (especially oil is often used for inflammation of the gums);
- respiratory diseases;
- brittleness, dullness and weakness of hair, dandruff.
Harm and contraindications
As with any product, fennel oil can harm human health:
- allergic reactions (rash, itching and skin irritation);
- breathing problems (this applies to babies and toddlers under 5 years of age).
But It is worth noting that such negative effects occur extremely rarely.
therefore Before use, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the contraindications:
- the period of pregnancy and lactation;
- children up to 5 years;
- epileptic seizures;
- intolerance to the product;
- chemotherapy for oncology;
- liver disease;
- prolonged use of alcohol.
How to apply and for what?
For face
The product will help to cope with rashes on the skin, smooth wrinkles, improve complexion. To achieve this amazing effect, it is enough to add 2-3 drops to a lotion or mask, and then apply it on the skin in the usual way.
And you can mix with any and fat cream and lubricate their face. There may be a burning sensation, but this feeling should pass after a few seconds. It is recommended to use face oil 3-4 times a week.
Against cellulite
You need to mix the fennel oil with any other base (apricot, peach or olive) in a 1: 2 ratio. The resulting mixture is applied to the skin and massage for at least 15 minutes.
Note. The procedure should be carried out at least twice a week.
This manipulation helps speed up lymph flow and remove excess fluid from the body, so that normal blood circulation is restored.
For hands
Well soften coarse skin baths. They are prepared as follows: in a liter of water, warmed up no higher than 40 degrees, add 3-4 drops of oil and a melted spoonful of honey.
Conduct such a procedure preferably in a day. It is possible daily for those who spend a lot of time in the cold or in contact with chemicals. Bath duration - at least 20 minutes.
Mask
The hair mask described below perfectly fights dandruff and scalp irritation.
Prepared as follows: beat two yolks with 4 drops of ether, a teaspoon of honey and the same amount of aloe juice. The resulting mass is rubbed with massage movements in the scalp and root zone, leave for 60 minutes. One procedure per week is enough to get rid of dandruff.
Aromatic bath
This bath has a soothing and relaxing effect. For every 20-25 liters of water is one drop of ether. At the same time, it is necessary to add oil when the bath is full and the tap is turned off. The function of the whirlpool in this case is not recommended.
It is best to dilute fennel with a handful of sea salt. Take a refreshing shower before bathing.
The duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes.
For hair
To improve the state of their curls, it is enough to add a few drops of fennel ether to a regular store mask. In this case, the duration of exposure of the mask can be increased by 5-7 minutes.
The second use is to simply apply a blend of oils to the hair. But for this fennel must be mixed with any base (1: 2 ratio). Keep on curls - 3-5 minutes, and then rinse well with shampoo.
Ingestion to raise immunity
To improve the protective functions of the body, fennel oil should be taken internally.
And you can drink tea. But at the same time welding is prepared in advance:
- Add 10 drops of ether to the tea package; mix the leaves well.
- Close and let stand for 7 days.
Then just brew tea and drink it as usual.
For psycho-emotional and bio-energetic effects
Aromatherapy fennel oil helps to get rid of feelings of fear and anxiety, and also improves mood. In addition, fennel protects the aura from injury and helps to restore emotional balance.
Gives a person the opportunity to soberly evaluate actions and face the truth, makes judgments fair.
For braces and breast shaping
Again Mix the fennel with the base and massage onto the chest. At the same time it is impossible to press, make sharp movements.
The application algorithm is as follows: on the lower part of the chest from the center to the sides, and at the top, on the contrary, from the armpit area to the center.
Do massage need at least 10 minutes daily. You can even repeat the procedure in the morning and evening. In this case, the remaining oil is not removed - they must be absorbed into the skin.
How to make at home?
- For this you need a glass of seeds well crushed, and then pour 100 ml of sunflower oil.
- Remove to a dark place for a week.
- Mix every day.
- The resulting tool to strain using gauze, while the seeds are additionally squeezed.
- This oil is stored at a temperature of + 6-10 degrees for two years.
There is a second way:
- Rinse and dry the leaves and seeds naturally.
- Grind it all in a meat grinder.
- Squeeze the juice from the mixture through cheesecloth.
- Put the resulting juice on the fire and boil until its volume is halved.
- Then boil and cool the same amount of vegetable oil.
- Stir the butter and juice and put to infuse for 5 days.
Where to buy and what to look for when buying?
When buying, you can conduct a simple test: drip oil on a piece of paper. If after drying a greasy stain remains, it means that the product is prepared with additives. Ideally, the broadcast should evaporate from the paper, leaving no trace.
Storage rules
The oil should be stored in a refrigerator or in another cool room, the temperature of which does not exceed 10 degrees of heat. Shelf life is indicated on the product packaging.
Combination with other esters
Fennel oil goes well with the following esters:
- geraniums;
- sandalwood;
- lavender;
- roses;
- lemon;
- marjoram
Fennel ether is an excellent natural remedy that helps to improve the condition of the skin, increase the protective functions of the body, improve the functioning of the intestines, and also restore the state of the nervous system.
