a 10ml essential oil bottle of basil oil

Essential Oil – Basil Oil – 10ml

£4.80

Essential oils, extracted from aromatic plants, are widely used for their therapeutic properties and aromatic qualities in aromatherapy and natural wellness practices.

Basil Oil is greenish-yellow and crisp-smelling, and is a popular choice in aromatherapy.

It is used in aromatherapy to awaken the mind, steady the nerves and bring about clarity of thought; it is also considered to be therapeutic for the respiratory tract and is often used for asthma, bronchitis, and sinus infections.

Basil Oil is also used to treat nervous disorders and stress-related headaches and migraines, and is supposed to relieve intellectual fatigue, whilst giving clarity and mental strength.

Latin Name: Ocimum Basilicum
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and flowering tops
Source: Egypt
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Wikipedia Link: Basil

Basil Oil is a popular choice in aromatherapy due to its refreshing, herbaceous scent and numerous potential benefits.

Some common uses for basil oil:

Digestive health: often used to aid digestion and relieve symptoms of bloating, gas, and nausea.
Mental clarity: can help improve focus, concentration, and mental clarity.
Stress relief: has calming properties that can help reduce stress and anxiety.
Insect repellent: some people use basil oil as a natural insect repellent.
Skincare: can be added to skincare products for its potential antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cooking: used as a flavoring agent in cooking.

Basil oil is typically produced through steam distillation, which involves heating the basil leaves with steam. The steam carries the essential oils from the leaves and the resulting vapour is then cooled and condensed to separate and extract the oil. Once separated, the extracted oil is stored in airtight containers, away from light.