Its aroma is very sweet, spicy, and warm, with a distinctive scent of licorice and anise, but more complex and subtle. It creates an atmosphere of celebration, comfort, and hospitality, warming and uplifting the spirit. The oil's effects on the body: Star anise (Illicium verum) essential oil is a powerful antispasmodic and antiseptic. It is effective for all types of respiratory ailments, thinning and removing mucus. It stimulates digestion, relieves colic, nausea, and flatulence. It has a mild estrogenic effect, normalizing hormonal balance in women. The oil's emotional effects: This sweet aroma helps restore emotional balance after emotional upheaval. It promotes a sense of security and alleviates nervous tremors and night terrors, especially in children. It promotes clairvoyance and the development of intuition. In perfumery: Middle notes. Pairs well with pine oils, citrus, black pepper, cinnamon, coffee, and vanilla. Important: Do not use if you are pregnant, have endometriosis, or have estrogen-dependent tumors. May cause skin irritation.