Basil Essential Oil (Oscimum basilicum)
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This tender and aromatic herb is native of tropical Asia and Africa. It is a very effective oil, well known for its cephalic properties and for its effect on the digestive and respiratory systems. It is reputed to clear the head, relieve intellectual fatigue and give the mind strength and clarity.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
- Adrenal Cortex Stimulant
- Analgesic
- Antidepressant
- Antiseptic
- Antispasmodic
- Carminative
- Cephalic
- Digestive
- Emmenagogue
- Expectorant
- Febrifuge
- Nervine
- Stomachic
- Tonic
BOTANICAL NAME: Ocimum Basilicum
PLANT FAMILY: Labiatae or Lamiacaeae
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Egypt
METHOD OF EXTRACTION: The oil is steam distilled from the leaves and the flowering tops.
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS: Sweet fresh spicy top note with a balsamic woody undertone.
ODOUR INTENSITY: High
NOTE: Top
CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS: Linalool (Alcohol), Borneone, Camphor, Cineole (Ketones), Methylchavicol, Eugeneol (Phenols), Ocimene, Pinene, Slyvestrene (Terpenes).
BLENDS WELL WITH: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli and Sandalwood.
SAFETY INFORMATION: Avoid during pregnancy. Basil may cause sensitisation and irritation to people with sensitive skin so care should be taken with dosage levels.
INGREDIENTS: Contains 100% Basil essential oil.
