Basil Essential Oil

ocimum basilicum



PRECAUTION
Because basil oil is thought to affect menstrual cycle,
it should NOT BE USED DURING PREGNANCY.
Otherwise it is safe and effective.

CONSTITUENTS
linalol 40-45%, methyl chavicol 23.8%,
small amounts of eugenol, limonene, and citronellol

ACTIONS
antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic,
carminative, emmenagogue, expectorant,
febrifuge, galactogogue, nervine, tonic,
stomachic, stimulates adrenal cortex.

INDICATIONS
Insect bites, insect repellant, gout,
muscular aches and pains, rheumatism,
bronchitis, coughs, earache, sinusitis,
dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea,
menstrual cramps, scanty periods, colds,
fever, flu, anxiety, depression,
fatigue, insomnia, migraine,
nervous tension, nerve tonic

Powerful and pungent stimulating oil used
to relieve nervousness and fatigue.
Restorative qualities of basil oil
may help regulate menstruation PMS, try massaging
an oil containing basil in circles around tummy area.
May be helpful during menopause,
do as above or drop basil oil into bath.

Drop of basil oil diluted in 1 tablespon of carrier oil
gently rub into temples to soothe headache pain.

For bad breath add a drop of basil oil
into 1 cup water and use as mouth wash.



Basil
Basil Flower Essence
Basil Lore

09282002


SOURCE
Aromatherapy Guide Book,
by Art, Candle & Fragrance, a division of Ganz
(Canada)800-263-2311 & (USA)800-724-5902

Basil, Sweet Essential Oil ½ oz: K Sweet Basil - There are many types of basil: linalool basil, exotic basil and sweet basil. The odor of the linalool type is very green, floral-sweet and is most often used in expensive perfumes. The exotic type of basil is stronger with a hint of camphor. Frontier's sweet basil type combines both qualities in a floral-spicy aroma with a lasting herbal sweetness. Clary sage, bergamot and lime oil work well with basil oil. Aromatherapy benefits: clarifying, uplifting, energizing, refreshing. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

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