Basil Essential Oil

Discover the Health and Therapeutic Benefits of Basil Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Origin: India

Basil essential oil offers a wide range of wellness benefits—both for the body and mind. Whether used in your skincare routine, for aromatherapy, or as a natural remedy, this powerful oil is a versatile addition to your holistic health toolkit.

🌿 How to Use Basil Essential Oil

• In Cooking: Add just a few drops to infuse your dishes with fresh, herbaceous flavor. Each drop contains beneficial nutrients such as vitamin A, magnesium, potassium, iron, and calcium. (Note: Only food-grade basil essential oil should be ingested—ensure safety before internal use.)

• Topically: Dilute and apply to the skin to enhance the luster of dull skin and hair. It may help improve skin tone and reduce the symptoms of acne and minor infections.

• Aromatherapy: Inhale the refreshing scent to help reduce stress, nervous tension, fatigue, depression, and migraines. Regular use may also support improved mental clarity.

• Therapeutic Use: Known for its natural analgesic properties, basil oil is often used in massage blends to relieve muscle aches, joint pain, arthritis, sports injuries, and more.

✨ Health Benefits

• Relieves respiratory congestion

• Natural remedy for cold and flu

• Eases muscle and joint pain

• Boosts energy and mental clarity

• Enhances self-esteem and mood

• Acts as a natural aphrodisiac

• May assist in treating impotence

• Helps relieve earaches

• Shows potential in cancer treatment support

• Works as a natural insect repellent

🛡️ Therapeutic Properties

• Antiviral

• Anti-inflammatory

• Antioxidant

• Antimicrobial

• Anti-fungal

• Natural insecticide

⚠️ Warning: Essential oils are for external use only unless otherwise specified by a certified healthcare provider. Always dilute with a carrier oil before applying to skin, and perform a patch test to check for sensitivity.

Item Number B164-E