Basil 50ml Essential Oil

Awaken your senses with the crisp, herbaceous aroma of Basil Essential Oil — a timeless botanical treasure steam-distilled from the flowering tops of the Ocimum basilicum plant.

Specifications

• Latin Name: Ocimum Basilicum
• Plant Part Used: Flowering Herb
• Source: India
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

This greenish-yellow, uplifting oil is a staple in aromatherapy, valued for its ability to awaken the mind, steady the nerves, and bring a sense of clarity and mental strength. Basil originates from tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands, and is now cultivated throughout Europe and the USA.

Therapeutic Benefits

• Supports the respiratory tract and may ease asthma, bronchitis, and sinus infections.
• Helps relieve stress-related headaches, migraines, and nervous tension.
• Reduces intellectual fatigue while promoting focus and mental clarity.
• Eases digestive discomfort, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and constipation.
• Soothes menstrual discomfort and may help relieve gout by reducing uric acid levels.
• Provides relief for arthritis, refreshes the skin, and helps heal insect bites.

Please note: experts advise pregnant women and children under 16 to avoid using this oil.

A Sacred Tradition

Basil holds a deeply revered place in Indian culture, where it has been used in both prayer and healing for hundreds of years. Known as tulasi, the leaves are chewed as part of prayer ceremonies and soaked in coconut water or holy water to be distributed after prayers in temples. The leaves are also chewed to ease sore throats and coughs, while a decoction made from them is traditionally drunk to soothe painful throats and respiratory problems.