Basil Essential Oil is amongst the oils that I immediately think of when I want an oil that can help stimulate my mind and allow me to focus on the task at hand. Basil Essential Oil is an energizing oil and is best used during the morning and daytime hours.rnrnThe chemical composition of Basil Essential Oil can vary greatly between varieties, batches and suppliers. Ideally, look for Basil Essential Oil that has a a significant percentage of Linalool and that is weak in Methyl Chavicol (Estragole), a suspected carcinogen. Basil Oils that are higher in Linalool tend to have a more appealing aroma. Additionally, Linalool is said to act as an insect repellent.
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds
Color: Clear
Consistency: Thin
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly camphorous
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN :
India
PART OF THE PLANT
Leaf
ORGANIC PRODUCT
Yes
Basil Essential Oil emits a warm, sweet, freshly floral and crisply herbaceous scent that is further characterized as airy, vibrant, uplifting, and reminiscent of the scent of licorice. In aromatherapy, Sweet Basil Essential Oil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energize and uplift the mind.
It is originated within India and found in vast lands of centre Uttar Pradesh Area including Kannauj, Kanpur and Badaun Basil oil� contains magnesium, Vitamin A, iron, potassium, and calcium. Basil essential oil can also be used to treat uneasiness, indigestion, motion sickness, respiratory difficulties, constipation, and, to a lesser degree, diabetes.
Basil Essential Oil emits a warm, sweet, freshly floral and crisply herbaceous scent that is further characterized as airy, vibrant, uplifting, and reminiscent of the scent of licorice. In aromatherapy, Sweet Basil Essential Oil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energize and uplift the mind.