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Basil Essential Oil
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Description
Basil oil is a member of the Lamiaceae family. This oil emits a warm, sweet, freshly floral and crisply herbaceous scent. It is classed as a top note and blends well with citrus, herby, minty and woodsy oils.
Basil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energize and uplift the mind. It is also said to repel insects, eliminate odour-causing bacteria, soothe headaches, and relieve respiratory as well as digestive discomforts.
Basil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energize and uplift the mind. It is also said to repel insects, eliminate odour-causing bacteria, soothe headaches, and relieve respiratory as well as digestive discomforts.
Essential oils can be applied topically once diluted with a carrier oil. They are widely used in cosmetic goods and handmade crafts.
Details
| Botanical Name | Ocimum basilicum |
| Origin | India |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Part | Leaves & Flowers |
| Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Note | Top |
| Colour | Colourless - Pale Yellow |
| Consistency | Light |
| Scent | Clear, herbaceous and light refreshing with a faint balsamic woody back note and a lasting sweetness. |
| Blends With | Citrus, herby, minty and woodsy oils. |
| Group | Herby |
Cautions
Never use pure oils on the skin without diluting, never use internally, keep away from children and eyes, always check if there are any medical issues which could cause a problem. Seek help if you have any doubts.