Description
"Basil Essential Oil" is steam-distilled from the leaves of Ocimum basilicum, a fragrant herb native to Asia and the Mediterranean. It carries a crisp, herbaceous scent with subtle spicy-sweet notes, making it a favorite in aromatherapy. Used in diffusers, it promotes mental clarity, while diluted topical applications provide a soothing sensation. Basil oil blends harmoniously with citrus and floral oils, creating refreshing aromatic profiles. Its revitalizing scent makes it a key component in natural wellness.
Category
Single Oils
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Color
Clear
Aroma Family
Herbaceous
Basil Essential Oil
Botanical Name
Ocimum basilicum
Common Names
Common Basil, Sweet Basil
Directions For Use
To diffuse, add 4 drops of basil essential oil to a diffuser. For internal use, follow the brand's guidelines carefully. For topical application, dilute 5 drops with 10 ml of a carrier oil before applying to the skin.
To diffuse, add 4 drops of basil essential oil to a diffuser. For internal use, follow the brand's guidelines carefully. For topical application, dilute 5 drops with 10 ml of a carrier oil before applying to the skin.
Oil Applications
Basil essential oil promotes calmness and reduces depression, anxiety, and stress in aromatherapy. It boosts alertness and supports blood flow, digestion, and immune function when consumed. Topically, it repels bugs, soothes itching, and eases pain from arthritis, burns, and headaches. Its cooling properties help with fever relief, while its ophthalmic benefits may alleviate red, watery eyes. Additionally, it acts as a tonic for clogged skin and aids in muscle relaxation, including during whooping cough.
Basil essential oil promotes calmness and reduces depression, anxiety, and stress in aromatherapy. It boosts alertness and supports blood flow, digestion, and immune function when consumed. Topically, it repels bugs, soothes itching, and eases pain from arthritis, burns, and headaches. Its cooling properties help with fever relief, while its ophthalmic benefits may alleviate red, watery eyes. Additionally, it acts as a tonic for clogged skin and aids in muscle relaxation, including during whooping cough.
Main Constituents
Linalool, Fenchol, Eugenol, Methyl Chavicol, Beta-Caryophyllene
Properties
Basil essential oil offers a variety of benefits, including analgesic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, and carminative properties. Its versatility makes it a valuable addition to holistic wellness routines.
Aromatic Profile
Basil essential oil features a spicy, warm, and herbal aromatic profile, creating a refreshing and grounding atmosphere.
Safety Considerations
Basil essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep it out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, it should not be used by individuals with endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
Basil essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep it out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, it should not be used by individuals with endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
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Blends Well With
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