Basil Oil - Ocimum bassillicum
Basil essential oil, also called Basil leaf Oil, is steam distilled from the leaves of a plant known botanically as Ocimum bassillicum
Known as : Sweet Basil, Tulsi, Basil, Ocimum bassillicum
Botanical name : Ocimum bassillicum
Product form : Essential Oil
Extraction Method : Steam Distillation
Ingredient : Leaves
Active compounds : linalool, methyl chavicol (estragole), eugenol, cineole, limonene, beta-caryophyllene, camphor, and alpha-pinene.
Phyto Properties : antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and calming properties.
Uses : Aromatherapy/Therapeutic
Color : Pale Yellow/Pale Green
AROMA & NOTES ( fresh, green, slightly spicy, and warm)
Top Note: Fresh, crisp, and herbaceous, with a sharp, slightly peppery scent that is immediately uplifting. The top note is clean and energizing, evoking the freshness of green herbs.
Middle (Heart) Note: Warm, sweet, and slightly spicy, with a subtle anise-like quality. The heart note develops a rounder, more complex sweetness as the oil settles, softening the initial sharpness.
Base Note: Mildly woody and earthy, with a grounding effect that balances the sweet and herbaceous qualities of the oil. The base note is not overly intense but adds depth and warmth to the overall profile.
BLENDS WITH
Citrus Oils: Lemon, Lime, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Sweet Orange
Citrus oils enhance the bright, fresh, and uplifting qualities of basil, creating invigorating and energizing blends.
Herbal Oils: Rosemary, Clary Sage, Marjoram, Thyme
Herbal oils complement Basil's herbaceous aroma, forming blends that are excellent for mental clarity, focus, and respiratory support.
Floral Oils: Lavender,Geranium, Neroli
Floral oils soften Basil's sharpness, creating balanced, calming blends that can be used for stress relief and emotional balance.
Spicy Oils: Black Pepper, Ginger, Cinnamon
Spicy oils amplify Basil’s warm, spicy notes, making blends that are warming, stimulating, and great for enhancing focus and circulation.
Woodsy Oils: Cedarwood, Sandalwood,Frankincense, Patchouli
Woodsy oils ground Basil’s bright aroma, creating more balanced and centering blends that are good for meditation and relaxation.
Minty Oils: Peppermint,Spearmint
Minty oils pair well with Basil for refreshing and revitalizing blends, ideal for clearing the mind and supporting respiratory health.
Resinous Oils: Myrrh,Benzoin
Resinous oils add depth and warmth to Basil, creating blends that can be grounding and emotionally balancing.
USES AND BENEFITS OF BASIL OIL
Aromatherapy: Mental Clarity and Focus, Stress Relief, Energy Boost
Respiratory Support: Decongestant, Expectorant:
Digestive Aid: Relieves Indigestion, Reduces Nausea
Muscle and Joint Relief: Anti-inflammatory, Relieves Headaches:
Skin Care: Antibacterial and Antifungal, Insect Bites
Hair Care: Stimulates Hair Growth,Improves Scalp Health
Natural Remedies: Anti-spasmodic, Immune Booster
Culinary Use: Flavoring Agent
SAFETY
Dilution Required: Basil essential oil should always be diluted with a carrier oil when applied topically to avoid skin irritation.
Pregnancy Caution: It is advisable to avoid basil oil during pregnancy unless under the guidance of a healthcare provider.
Sensitive Skin: Those with sensitive skin should perform a patch test before using the oil topically.
Product is Vegetarian
Country of Origin: India