What is Basil Essential Oil?
Basil, or Ocimum Basilicum, is a herb plant with bright green leaves and white flowers.
The name seems to come from the Greek word ‘Basileum’, which means king. That is why it is often called King’s Herb.
Basillicum Essential Oil is extracted by steam distillation of the entire plant.
Where is it from?
Nowadays, basil is best known as a seasoning in Italian cuisine, but in India it has been used as a medicine for centuries and the country is still one of the largest producers.
Fragrance description
Basillicum Essential Oil has a spicy and fresh aroma.
Benefits of Basil Essential Oil
Helps relax
Basil oil can be used in the form of aromatherapy and as a skin oil for relaxation. The aroma creates a soothing, calming atmosphere and the diluted oil has a soothing, relaxing effect on the muscles and a calming effect on the skin.
Healing effect
Due to its calming effect, Basil Essential Oil also has a healing effect. It can be used for abdominal and menstrual complaints.
Gives you good courage
Basillicum Essential Oil gives you good courage and confidence in yourself. It can help you stop thinking doom and get you out of a negative spiral. Basillicum Oil can be used for exam anxiety and fear of failure.
How do you use Basil Essential Oil?
Aromatherapy
Add 6 drops of Basil Essential Oil and 4 drops of Cypress Essential Oil to the water reservoir of your diffuser and turn it on. Soon a wonderfully spicy and slightly smoky scent will spread that will calm you down and relax you.
Care
Dilute 5 drops of Basil Essential Oil and 5 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil with 100 ml of carrier oil such as Argan oil and massage into the skin. It soothes irritated skin and will also help relax the underlying muscles.
Bath oil
Mix 8 drops of Basil Essential Oil and 4 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil with a dash of neutral bath oil and add to a heated bath.
NB! Basil oil contains estragole and is not suitable for use during pregnancy.
