Basil, Sweet Essential Oil Ocimum basilicum A king among the plant world, Basil essential oil is for brainstorming! | Amor Aromatherapy [AEO.BAS] - $0.23 : Amor Aromatherapy, The Art of Bespoke Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, Perfumery, Create It Yourself Cosmetics & home of Amor Wellness Centre
Botanical name Ocimum basilicum
Country of origin Italy
Growing method Pure Natural Plant part Leaves & flowering tops
Extraction method Steam Distillation
Characteristics
Sweet basil has an herbaceous, sweet, floral odour with anise-like back-notes, and a balsamic-woody undertone.
Therapeutic actions
Analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, nervine, sudorific.
When to use
As the fresh scent of basil is uplifting, awakening, clarifying and stimulating, the oil is ideal when used in a diffuser/vaporiser or a massage oil to help relieve nervous tension, mild anxiety and the stress of study or work. However, be aware that if you are using it around others, they may find it too heady!
You can also use basil as an inhalation for the temporary relief of headache and sinus congestion or as an appetite stimulant. Basil also stimulates the circulation, especially the respiratory system.
Basil is recommended for delayed menstruation, scanty periods and abdominal cramps.
Basil is also used in dental products, soaps, cosmetics and perfumery.
How to use
Massage, ointment, inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser.
Blends well with
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Neroli, Orange, and Rosemary.
Top Note for blending.
Traditional usage
An annual herb with a powerful aroma, basil is known for its uses in cookery, and has traditionally been prescribed for melancholy. Basil Sweet is higher in linalool than traditional Basil, and is considered a gentler oil. In Greek its name means 'royal remedy' or 'king'. Beloved culinary plant of Indian, Asian and Mediterranean countries.
Personality profile
Basil are the entrepreneurs of the world, the go-getters and achievers!
Energetics and subtle aromatherapy
Spiritually, Basil is said to strengthen compassion, faith and bring clarity, and is prized in Ayurvedic Medicine due to this.
In Chinese medicine, Basil tonifies Yang, and is recommended for those who have become complacent and melancholic.
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Magical influences: Conscious mind, Happiness, Peace, Money
Safety Precautions
DO NOT use during pregnancy. May cause an allergic reaction to sensitive skin types.
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only
Sourced from
Battaglia, S. (2003).The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia.
Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils. Element Books Ltd, UK.
Schnaubelt, K. (1999). Medical Aromatherapy - Healing with Essential Oils. Frog Ltd, USA.
Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
Worwood, V. (1995). The Fragrant Heavens - The Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy. Doubleday, UK.
Worwood, V. (1999). The Fragrant Mind - Aromatherapy for Personality, Mind, Mood and Emotion. Doubleday, UK.
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This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 02 April, 2006.
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