Basil Essential Oil (15ml)

Description

Originating in India, basil is one of the world’s oldest medicinal herbs that carries a herbaceous, sweet yet refreshing aroma, and because of its naturally occurring anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, among many others, Basil Essential Oil is still highly appreciated today.

The refreshing and uplifting nature of LCH’s pure Sweet Basil Essential Oil is highly valued for its ability to stimulate, invigorate, clarify, calm, and energise the mind.

• With its soothing powers, Basil Essential Oil may ease symptoms associated with headaches and feelings of nausea.
• Anti-inflammatory properties within Basil Oil are known to assist with muscle and joint pain.
• Basil Essential Oil is also highly nourishing when diluted and applied to the skin. The antibacterial properties remove any impurities that can lead to acne breakouts.
• Other uses of Basil Essential Oil are said to bring clarity and strength of mind to stress, mental fatigue, and exhaustion sufferers.

Sweet Basil Oil Key Benefits:

When we look at the benefits of Basil Oil, these are the most notable:

• Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant action
• Fights against free radicals & skin cell damage
• Encourages healthy cell regeneration
• Antibacterial & antimicrobial properties
• Helps alleviate stress & mental fatigue
• Promotes mental clarity
• It can help reduce headaches & nausea
• Reputed to ease cramps & spasms
• It may assist with muscle & joint pain
• It can aid in stabilizing irregular menstruation
• Promotes enhanced immune function
• Helps to relieve congestion
• Said to repel insects
• Eliminates odour-causing airborne bacteria

Sweet Basil Oil Therapeutic Properties:
Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic, Anti-nausea, Balancing, Expectorant, Decongestant

Sweet Basil Oil General Uses:
Aromatherapy, Skincare, Fragrance, Personal Care, Medicinal

Sweet Basil Oil Emotional Benefits:
Uplifting, Clarifying, Cleansing, Grounding, Balancing, Soothing

Sweet Basil Oil Blends Well With:
Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Orange Sweet and Rosemary.

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Other Names: Basil Essential Oil, Basil Sweet Essential Oil, Basil Sweet Methyl chavicol
INCI Name: Ocimum basilicum Oil
Cas Number: 8015-73-4
Einecs Number: 283-900-8
Family: Lamiaceae

Ingredients: 100% Ocimum basilicum Oil
Plant Part: Aerial parts
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Appearance: Thin, clear liquid
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow
Country of Origin: India

Key Constituents: Methyl chavicol, Linalool
Aroma: Sweet, herbaceous, aniseed-like, spicy
Note: Top

Sweet Basil Essential Oil Safety

• Essential oils are highly potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly.
• In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
• Essential oils should be kept out of reach of children and pets.
• Avoid using essential oils during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
• Essential oils are very concentrated and likely cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, we recommend diluting your essential oils before using them topically (on the skin).