Basil essential oil 5 ml

Natural Basil Essential Oil

Basil is one of the most popular aromatic herbs around the world, especially in the Caucasus and the Mediterranean. The essential oil from this plant has been extremely valuable since ancient times, when it was used for anointing during the coronation of monarchs. It is extracted only during the flowering period of basil.

Characteristics of basil oil

Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum

Synonyms: tropical basil, Ocimum basilicum, Essential Basil Oil, Huile essentielle de basilic (French), Basilikum ätherisches Öl (German), Essential oleum ocimum (Lat.)

Family: Lamiaceae

Aroma: sweetish-spicy, slightly tart, fresh, with a slight bitterness and anise flavor

Country of origin of raw materials: India

Part of the plant: leaves, tops of shoots

Method of production: steam distillation

Essential oils are natural concentrated products that are not recommended for use in pure form on the skin or hair. The optimal dosage for essential oils is considered to be no more than 2% or, in simple terms, up to 2 ml per 100 ml of the finished product. Other dosages can be used for medicinal purposes after consultation with a specialist. Essential oils dissolve well in any oil, emollients, alcohols, solubilizers and are not soluble in water. It is recommended to conduct a sensitivity test before the first use.

Chemical composition according to the chromatogram

• méthyl-chavicol - 66.72%
• linalol - 17.4%.

Basil oil in cosmetics

This oil has tonic, antibacterial and refreshing properties, it will perfectly complement facial and body skin care products as a rejuvenating and strengthening additive. Natural basil oil is excellent in cosmetics for hair and scalp, as it actively stimulates the growth of new hair, restores shine and silkiness along the entire length, improves blood circulation in the scalp. It is well suited for oral care cosmetics due to its antibacterial and refreshing properties.
 

Medicinal properties

Basil essential oil is used in aromatherapy to increase the overall tone of the body, increases blood pressure, treats depression, weakness, dizziness and migraines. In respiratory diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, colds, especially accompanied by high fever, basil essential oil can alleviate the patient's condition and partially remove the symptoms of the disease.

Synergy: goes well with essential oils of mandarin, ginger, sage, petitgrain, mint, geranium, citronella, lime, bay.

All information provided on the site is for reference only and cannot be perceived as a treatment guide or a call to action. For any health problems or diseases, you must consult a doctor and perceive aromatherapy as additional help for the body. In this case, a consultation with an aromatherapist is mandatory.

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