Mail won't list alias in return address

When I use Mail to start an email, it won't list my alias as a return address. I use both addresses for specific purposes. How do I remedy this?
Thanks.
Donagh

Hello:
I (and probably most people) am confused. Mail is an application. Safari is a browser. If you are connecting to some ISP mail application with Safari, the answer is with that provider.
Barry

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