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Basil Essential Oil
Ocimum basilicum

Aromatherapy- Basil Essential Oil

 

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Properties
The oil is of watery viscosity and is pale greenish-yellow in color. The aroma is clear, light and peppery and gives a sweet, green top note to blends.
Origin
Basil originates from tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands but is now cultivated throughout Europe and the USA.
Extraction

The oil is extracted from the leaves and the flowering tops using steam distillation.
Chemical composition

Linalol, Camphor, Pinene, Eugenol and Methylchavicol.

Therapeutic properties

The therapeutic properties of basil oil include the following: analgesic, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-venomous, carminative, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, stomachic, tonic and stimulant.

Uses
  1. Basil oil is a good tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines and allergies.
  2. It has a beneficial action on the respiratory tract.
  3. it is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections.
  4. It is also effective in the case of constipation, nausea, vomiting and cramp.
  5. It is also effective with menstrual problems.
  6. It helps to minimize uric acid in the blood, thus relieving gout.
  7. It refreshes the skin and helps control acne.
Precautions
  • Although Basil usually stimulates, in excess it can have a groggy effect.
  • It should not be used during pregnancy or on children under 16 years of age. 
Blends with

Bergamot, Black pepper, Cedarwood, Fennel, Ginger, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli and Verbena.
         
 

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