Description
Basil:
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
Use: Relieves acne, headaches, chest infections, digestive problems, antispasmodic, sore, overworked muscles. Helpful for mental fatigue and stress. Invigorates body, spirit, helps refresh the mind allowing concentration.
Perfume Note: Top
Blends well with: Lavender, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Black Pepper
Source: flowering herb, leaves
Production method: steam distillation
Aromatherapy benefits: soothing, energizing, toning, illuminating
Aroma type: spicy, camphore-like undertone
Warning: Do not use Basil during pregnancy, can be a skin irritant.
Safety Information: use recommended dilution or less
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) essential oil kills bacteria when applied topically to the skin. Bacteria grows around the hair follicles and is a cause blackheads and whiteheads. Add 4-6 drops to 3 teaspoons of 70% alcohol. Massage into the hair follicles and skin of the affected area.
Recently, there has been much research into the health benefits conferred by the essential oils found in basil. Scientific studies in vitro have established that compounds in basil oil have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties, and potential for use in treating cancer. In addition, basil has been shown to decrease the occurrence of platelet aggregation and experimental thrombus in mice. It is traditionally used for supplementary treatment of stress, asthma and diabetes mellitus in India.
“Angel’s Mist” Essential Oils
“Angel’s Mist” Essential Oils are produced in the most advanced, yet most natural method available. All of our oils are therapeutic grade and derived 100% through natural distillation or cold pressing.
“Angel’s Mist” Essential Oils are free of chemicals, fillers, solvents, emollients, water base, dyes, scents or additives.
“Angel’s Mist” Essential Oils are tested for standard plant properties. Each lot is tested for specific gravity, optical rotation, refractive index, solubility, aldehydes, heavy metals, congealing point, flash point, alcohol, esters and ketones. These quality control checks guarantee that you are buying the purest and most potent essential oils available.
“Angel’s Mist” Essential Oils come in half (1/2) ounce dark blue bottles.
