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Basil (Sweet)
Basil (Sweet)
Basil (Sweet)
Ocimum Basilicum
Ocimum basilicum essential oil, commonly known as basil essential oil, is derived from the sweet basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) through steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops. It possesses several potential uses and benefits:
Aromatherapy: Basil essential oil has a fresh, herbaceous aroma that can uplift the mood, promote mental clarity, and help reduce stress and anxiety. Diffusing basil oil in a diffuser or inhaling its aroma can have a calming effect.
Respiratory Support: It may assist in providing relief from respiratory issues like coughs, colds, and sinus congestion. Inhaling basil oil vapor or using it in steam inhalation can help clear the airways and ease breathing.
Pain Relief: Basil essential oil possesses analgesic properties and may be used topically, diluted with a carrier oil, to alleviate minor muscular aches, pains, and headaches. It can be massaged onto sore muscles or temples.
Antimicrobial Properties: Basil oil has demonstrated antimicrobial and antifungal properties. It can be diluted and used topically on the skin to help with minor skin irritations, insect bites, or fungal infections.
Digestive Aid: When diluted and applied topically to the abdomen or used in aromatherapy, basil oil may help alleviate digestive discomfort, gas, and bloating.
Hair and Scalp Health: Basil oil, when added to hair care products or diluted in a carrier oil, may promote scalp health and improve hair strength and shine. It may also help in controlling dandruff.
Insect Repellent: The scent of basil essential oil is known to repel certain insects. Diluted basil oil can be used in natural insect repellent formulations to deter mosquitoes and other bugs.
Mental Clarity and Focus: The invigorating scent of basil oil is believed to enhance mental alertness, concentration, and focus. It can be used during study or work sessions.
Emotional Support: Some people find basil oil helpful in managing emotional issues like nervousness, fatigue, or mild depression due to its uplifting properties.
Our Ociumum Basilcum is 100% Therapeutic. It blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Neroli, and Rosemary.