Basil essential oil

Latin name: Ocimum basilicum

Note: Basil has two chemotypes (linalool, methyl chavicol), so be careful which one you use, as the
safety precautions and effects differ!

Countries of origin: Mediterranean, India, USA (our essential oil comes from Špain)

Extraction method: steam distillation of flowers and leaves

Note and evaporation rate: high

Cultivation method: conventional

Dominant chemical families: monoterpenols, sesquiterpenes, phenols

Used for:

- digestive complaints: nausea, bloating, cramps, constipation, vomiting, also regulates digestion;
- respiratory complaints: opens airways, soothes cough, relieves spasms;
- stress, relieving mental fatigue, helps clear the mind and improve focus;
- headaches and migraines (especially those connected to digestive problems);
- painful, inflamed, and tired muscles.

Methods of use: in massage oils, for inhalations, in ointments,…

Special warnings: May irritate the skin.

Allergens: linalool, limonene, eugenol, geraniol

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Blend for relieving stress headaches:
2 drops EO basil
4 drops EO lavender
3 drops EO rosewood
3 drops EO Roman chamomile

Preparation: Add the essential oils to a dark 30 ml bottle and rub between your hands (mix well).
Add approx. 30 ml of a base cold-pressed vegetable oil (e.g. almond,
jojoba), close tightly, label, and store in a cool and dark place.

Use: Drop a few drops of the blend into your palm and massage into the back of the neck and temples
as soon as you feel a sense of tension. If you have someone who can massage your back or the soles of your feet, even
better;)

Before use, read the label carefully and follow the instructions for use!