Can I use this anise oil in a homemade body scrub or add it directly to my bath?

You can use anise essential oil in homemade body products, but it must always be diluted in a carrier substance before it touches your skin, as the pure oil can cause irritation. For a bath, mix 3 to 5 drops into a tablespoon of a dispersing agent like full-fat milk, honey, or a neutral bath oil before adding it to the running water. This helps the oil distribute evenly and reduces the risk of undiluted drops contacting your skin directly. For a body scrub, add 5-7 drops of anise oil per 100 grams of your base (like sugar or salt mixed with a carrier oil such as almond or coconut oil) and stir thoroughly. The oil is also suitable for adding a distinctive herbal-spice note to cosmetic bases like unscented shower gel, cream, or lotion; a safe starting point is 1 drop per 30 ml of product. Because anise has a potent scent and may not suit very sensitive skin, perform a patch test on a small area of your inner arm before full-body use and avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.