A warm, sweet, herbal essential oil used to awaken, strengthen and fortify
Description
Basil essential oil is rich in vitamins and phytonutrients, with 42-46% linalool content. It awakens & focuses the mind, and it very useful for mental fatigue. Basil also provides support and comfort for everyday stresses, strains and emotional distress.
Basil essential oil is useful for supporting clear breathing, and in sport massage oils to ease sore muscles. It soothes menstrual cramps and supports during irregular menses.
Processing
Steam distilled from basil flowers.
Ingredients
100% pure basil essential oil – nothing else is added.
Suggestions for Use
- Blend 6-10 drops and add to a bath.
- Mix 5 drops with water to use in an oil burner.
- Mix 6-10 drops with hot water as an inhalation.
- Mix 5 drops per 10ml of carrier oil for massage
Blending Suggestion
Basil essential oil blends well with bergamot, black pepper, clary sage, geranium, lavender, marjoram, sandalwood.
Precautions
- For use on the skin, apply a max of 15% maximum.
- Do not use it during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Not recommended for children.
- May inhibit blood clotting.
- Contraindications: endometriosis and oestrogen dependent cancers.
- Patch test before use.
- Do not take it internally unless prescribed by a qualified practitioner.
- Keep away from children and eyes.
- If you have a medical condition check with your practitioner before use.
Country of Origin
Egypt
