Essential Oils 500ml - Basil

Latin Name: Ocimum Basilicum.

Part of the plant used: flowering grass.

Fountain: India.

Extraction method: steam distillation.

Basil essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and

Blooming tops of the basil plant. This greenish yellow

Crisp-smelling essential oil is often used in aromatherapy to

Awaken the mind, calm the nerves and achieve clarity

Basil originates from tropical Asia and the Pacific

Islands, but is now grown throughout Europe and the United States.

Basil oil is said to be therapeutic for the respiratory tract.

and is often used for asthma, bronchitis, and breast

infections It is used to treat nerve disorders and

stress-related headaches and migraines. It's supposed

to relieve intellectual fatigue, while giving clarity and mental

strength. This oil is said to relieve constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and is considered good for menstrual problems. It is helpful in relieving gout, as it helps reduce uric acid in the blood. It is useful for arthritis, refreshes the skin, and heals insect bites. However, experts advise pregnant women and children under the age of 16 to avoid using this oil.

This herb is popular in India and has been used in prayer and healing for hundreds of years. The leaves of the plant are chewed as part of prayer ceremonies, soaked in coconut water or holy water to be distributed after prayers in temples. They are chewed to relieve sore throats and coughs. A decoction made from tulasi (basil) leaves is drunk to relieve painful throat and respiratory problems.