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It is steam distilled from the crushed seeds of \u003cstrong\u003eFoeniculum vulgare var. dulce\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sweet fennel plant, with a naturally seed-rich character that feels clean, herbal and lightly spicy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSweet fennel scent and character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe first impression is bright and seed-like, with the liquorice softness many people recognise from fennel tea or crushed spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIts herbal sweetness makes it useful when a blend needs warmth without becoming heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn a diffuser or oil burner, it gives a clear, green aromatic note rather than a floral or resinous one.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt sits comfortably in mindful evening rituals, especially where you want a simple, uncluttered scent.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe amber bottle keeps the oil between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCrushed seeds, steam distilled in Ukraine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis essential oil comes from sweet fennel, botanically known as \u003cstrong\u003eFoeniculum vulgare var. dulce\u003c\/strong\u003e. The crushed seeds are used, then steam distilled to capture their aromatic oil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFennel in tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name fennel comes from the Latin \u003cstrong\u003efoenum\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning hay, a nod to the plant’s dry, grassy sweetness. In modern aromatherapy practice, its scent is usually chosen for its clean herbal warmth and its link with resolve and simple daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to use it safely\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a small amount to a suitable diffuser or oil burner, following the guidance for your device. For skin use, dilute well in a carrier oil and patch test first.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Do not use with epilepsy unless guided by a qualified professional. Keep away from eyes, store tightly closed, and keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFoeniculum vulgare var. dulce\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant part:\u003c\/strong\u003e crushed seeds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e steam distillation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for scent lovers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good choice for someone building an essential oil collection beyond the usual lavender and citrus notes. Its sweet herbal profile suits people who enjoy kitchen-garden scents, spice jars, warm teas and quiet, natural home fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same plant as culinary fennel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt comes from sweet fennel, the aromatic plant known botanically as \u003cem\u003eFoeniculum vulgare var. dulce\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I apply it directly to skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Essential oils should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil before skin use, and a patch test is sensible before wider application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48954382516538,"sku":"EO-16","price":6.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/fennel-essential-oil-sweet-10-ml-2638986.png?v=1764424865"},{"product_id":"fennel-50ml","title":"Fennel Essential Oil Steam Distilled 50ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet, green and softly aniseed-like, this fennel essential oil brings the familiar warmth of crushed fennel seed into a diffuser blend, oil burner or carefully diluted aromatherapy ritual. Steam distilled from the crushed seeds of Foeniculum vulgare, it has a bright herbal character that feels clean, rounded and quietly old-world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eScent and character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe first impression is sweet and herbal, close to fennel seed warmed between the fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIts aniseed tone gives blends a clear, aromatic lift without feeling sharp.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse it when you want a room fragrance with a greener, more botanical edge than floral oils.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt pairs naturally with citrus, woody and herbaceous oils, especially in simple, fresh blends.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe amber bottle and black cap keep the look practical and apothecary-like on a shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrom crushed seed to steam-distilled oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil comes from sweet fennel, Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce, also known as Roman fennel. The crushed seeds are steam distilled, a traditional extraction method that carries the plant’s aromatic compounds into vapour before they condense into essential oil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to use it with care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd to a diffuser or oil burner according to the instructions for your device. For massage or body use, dilute well in a suitable carrier oil first and patch test before wider use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use essential oils undiluted on skin. Avoid during pregnancy and lactation, and avoid if you have epilepsy unless guided by a qualified professional. Keep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFennel in tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word fennel comes from the Latin foenum, meaning hay, and the plant was known in medieval English as fenkle. Across Roman, Egyptian and Chinese traditions, fennel was valued as both a kitchen herb and a symbolic plant, often associated with courage, resolve and vitality. Today, fennel essential oil is used more quietly: a small aromatic detail for scent blending, seasonal rituals, and moments when a green, seed-like fragrance feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foeniculum vulgare\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant part:\u003c\/strong\u003e crushed seeds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e steam distilled\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e one bottle of fennel essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for scent blending\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it for someone who enjoys aromatherapy, natural home fragrance, or building their own essential oil blends. Its distinctive herbal sweetness suits people who prefer green, aromatic scents over soft florals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I apply fennel essential oil directly to the skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Essential oils should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil before skin use, and a patch test is sensible before applying more widely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same scent as fennel seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is closely related in character, with the sweet, aniseed-like aroma you would recognise from crushed fennel seed, but in a concentrated essential oil form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it around pets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse essential oils cautiously around animals and keep bottles well out of reach. Many essential oils are unsuitable for pets, especially cats and dogs, so avoid diffusing in enclosed spaces where they cannot leave.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49017325093178,"sku":"PREO-16","price":23.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/fennel-essential-oil-steam-distilled-50ml-1298824.png?v=1759419944"},{"product_id":"everlasting-flowers-0-5kg","title":"Dried Flowers 0.5 kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eHalf a kilogram of dried flowers from Ukraine, bought by weight and ready to use as you see fit, for botanical crafts, homemade soap, loose tisanes, or simply as a bowl of colour on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you're holding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous 500 g of whole dried blooms, packed with enough volume to fill a large jar or supply several batches of a craft project. Dried at source to preserve petal structure and colour depth, they arrive ready to portion out as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhole flowers rather than crushed or sifted fragments, so petals and heads stay recognisable in whatever you make.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe weight gives you real quantity, enough to experiment freely without rationing every pinch.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eColour holds well when kept away from direct light and moisture; expect natural, botanical tones rather than dyed brightness.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSourced from Ukraine, a region with a long tradition of cultivating and drying botanicals for both domestic and export markets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHeritage and harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUkraine sits in a temperate continental zone well suited to growing the classic European florals, cornflower, chamomile, marigold, rose, that have supplied herbalists, dyers, and home cooks across the continent for centuries. Whole-flower drying is the traditional method: harvested at peak bloom, then dried quickly to lock in structure and scent before the petals can bruise or brown. The result is a material that still looks and smells like the flower it came from.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow they're used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried whole flowers sit at the crossroads of kitchen, craft room, and ritual space. In the European herbal tradition, many varieties have long been steeped as tisanes, a handful of petals in hot water, left to open slowly. In craft, they press flat for paper-making and botanical prints, float in candle wax, or scatter through handmade soap for colour and texture. For a ritual bath, a small handful added to the water is a practice with roots in Ottoman, Persian, and Central European folk traditions alike. As décor, they fill glass jars, line altar trays, or serve as natural confetti.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eQuantity and keeping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 500 g, this is a working quantity, more than a decorative pouch, enough to supply a small production run or a season of home projects. Store in a sealed container away from light, heat, and humidity and the colour and structure will hold for a year or more. A cool, dark cupboard is ideal; avoid anywhere that sees steam or direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy whole flowers matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole blooms give you options that ground or powdered material cannot. You can crumble them yourself to the texture you need, leave them intact for visual effect, or steep them as they are. The petal structure also tells you something about quality, intact heads and unbroken petals are a sign the flowers were handled carefully from harvest to pack.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and what's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500 g of dried whole flowers, origin Ukraine. Supplied loose; store in an airtight container on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA considered gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful present for someone who makes candles, soap, or botanical crafts, or for a tea-lover who enjoys blending their own loose infusions. The quantity makes it genuinely useful rather than merely decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these suitable for use in food or drink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThat depends on the specific flower variety, which is not stated for this listing. If you intend to use them in tisanes or cooking, confirm the botanical species before use, not all dried flowers are culinary-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store them once opened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn a sealed, airtight container kept away from light, heat, and moisture. A dark cupboard or tin works well. Avoid anywhere near a kettle or oven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the colour fade over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDried botanicals do fade gradually, particularly in bright light. 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