ABOUT OUR OIL

Technical data

  • Product Name: Cristie Marine Fennel
  • Latin name: Crithmum maritimum
  • Extraction: Steam distillation
  • Origin: India
  • Parts used: Leaves
  • Origin of parts:
  • CAS: 90028-43-4

Features

  • Scent: Crisp, green, herbaceous and faintly sweet with mineral, salt-air and subtle carrot-seed nuances
  • Scent type: Greens and herbs
  • Note: Top to middle
  • Color: Pale yellow to light greenish-yellow
  • Viscosity: Thin, free-flowing

Blends with

Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Juniper Berry, Cypress, Helichrysum, Carrot Seed, Geranium, Lavender

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Coastal Clarity

    The crisp, mineral-green aroma of Cristie Marine Fennel is traditionally used in aromatherapy to promote a sense of mental freshness and clear focus.
  • Revitalising Lift

    Its bright herbaceous notes may help support a feeling of renewed energy, making it a welcome companion during slow afternoons.
  • Skin-Care Ritual Ally

    Often blended into facial oils and body serums, it can be a helpful part of a self-care ritual focused on radiance and vitality.

Product Benefits

Uplifted Mood

A few diffused drops infuse the room with seaside brightness that may help support a more optimistic mindset.

Sea-Air Atmosphere

Brings the open feeling of windswept cliffs into the home, perfect for spaces that feel stagnant or stuffy.

Fresh Home Cleansing

Pairs beautifully with citrus oils in surface sprays for a naturally invigorating clean-home scent.

Self-Care Glow

A traditional addition to facial blends valued by aromatherapists for its mineral-rich, vitalising character.

Quiet Ritual Reset

Inhale before journaling or stretching to mark a clear pause between tasks.

Niche Perfumery Note

Adds a salty, green-herbal twist to natural perfumes — unusual, memorable, unmistakably coastal.

WHY TO BUY FROM US?

  • 100% natural extract

    Undilluted with no carrier oils or other substances

  • TruScent Approach® Guarantee

    Laboratory tested, COA/ MSDS/ Allergen list available

  • Worldwide Shipments

    Variety of shipping options including super-fast worldwide delivery

How to use

Coastal Morning Diffusion

🏅 Headline
Open your day with the feeling of standing barefoot on a sunlit shoreline.

✨ What you need
- Ultrasonic diffuser
- water as per device
- 3 drops Cristie Marine Fennel
- 2 drops bergamot
- 1 drop rosemary

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Fill diffuser with water to its line. 2. Add the oils directly to the reservoir. 3. Switch on and diffuse for 30 minutes. 4. Sit nearby with a warm drink and breathe slowly.

💡 Pro tip
Crack a window slightly — fresh air amplifies the marine character of the blend.

🕜 Best time
Weekday mornings, 7–9am

😍 What to expect
A bright, salt-touched green aroma that lifts the mind and sets a clear, motivated tone.

🏅 Headline
A gentle nightly ritual to honour your skin and your senses.

✨ What you need
- 30 ml jojoba oil
- 1 drop Cristie Marine Fennel
- 2 drops rosehip-friendly carrier
- amber dropper bottle

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Pour 30 ml jojoba into the bottle. 2. Add 1 drop of Cristie Marine Fennel (max 0.2%). 3. Cap and roll gently between palms. 4. Apply 3–4 drops to clean skin in upward strokes.

💡 Pro tip
Warm the oil between fingertips first — it helps the fragrance bloom on the skin.

🕜 Best time
Evening skincare, after cleansing

😍 What to expect
A whisper of fresh sea-herb scent and a softly nourished, dewy finish.

🏅 Headline
A pocket ritual for the moments your attention drifts.

✨ What you need
- Blank aromatherapy inhaler
- 4 drops Cristie Marine Fennel
- 3 drops peppermint
- 3 drops lemon

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Drop the oils onto the inhaler wick. 2. Insert the wick and seal. 3. When focus fades, hold near the nose and inhale slowly twice. 4. Pause, exhale, return to your task.

💡 Pro tip
Label the inhaler with the date — the blend stays vibrant for about three months.

🕜 Best time
Mid-afternoon focus dips

😍 What to expect
An immediate green-mineral lift that sharpens attention without overwhelming the senses.

BLEND IDEAS

Sea Cliff Reverie

Purpose

  • Diffuser blend for an open, refreshed atmosphere

  • Recipe

3 drops Cristie Marine Fennel, 2 drops grapefruit, 2 drops cypress in an ultrasonic diffuser

Tidepool Glow Serum

Purpose

  • Facial oil supporting a vital, radiant ritual

  • Recipe

30 ml jojoba + 1 drop Cristie Marine Fennel + 2 drops geranium + 1 drop helichrysum (≈0.4% dilution)

Born of Salt, Stone and Sun

The cliff-dweller that turns sea spray into fragrance.

- Crithmum maritimum thrives on rocky Mediterranean coastlines, rooting into limestone fissures kissed by salt air.

- Historically gathered by sailors and coastal communities, its succulent leaves were treasured for their mineral-rich, sea-fresh character.

- Steam distillation of the leaves yields a luminous oil — herbaceous, faintly carrot-seed-sweet, with a true breath of the sea.

SAFETY

Dillution guideline

  • For topical use, dilute to 0.2–0.5% in a quality carrier oil such as jojoba or argan.

  • Patch test

Apply a diluted drop to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.

  • Children

Avoid use on children under 6; consult a qualified aromatherapist for older children.

  • Pregnancy

Avoid during pregnancy and nursing unless guided by a qualified professional.

  • Pets

Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms they can leave freely.

  • Photosensitivity

Not typically associated with photosensitivity, though caution is advised with fresh skin application before sun exposure.

  • Ingestion

Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.

  • Storage

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.

Blend Ideas

Tidepool Glow Serum

Purpose

Facial oil supporting a vital, radiant ritual

Recipe

30 ml jojoba + 1 drop Cristie Marine Fennel + 2 drops geranium + 1 drop helichrysum (≈0.4% dilution)

Sea Cliff Reverie

Purpose

Diffuser blend for an open, refreshed atmosphere

Recipe

3 drops Cristie Marine Fennel, 2 drops grapefruit, 2 drops cypress in an ultrasonic diffuser