Basil Essential Oil 50 ml Professional Essential Oil for Massage, Soap & Aromatherapy

Fresh Green Aroma for a Clear, Refreshing & Uplifting Experience

Basil Essential Oil is a crisp, aromatic oil steam distilled from the flowering herb of Ocimum basilicum. Sourced from India, it has a fresh green, herbaceous character that makes it a popular choice for aromatherapy, massage, skincare, natural fragrance and handmade soap.

Traditionally valued across Asian cultures, Basil has a long history in culinary, spiritual and personal-care practices. Its invigorating aromatic profile makes it particularly suitable for refreshing diffuser blends, focused daytime routines and herbal fragrance compositions.

Key Benefits

• Fresh Green Aroma - Provides a crisp, clean and herbaceous fragrance.
• Uplifting Character - Ideal for bright and refreshing aromatic blends.
• Refreshing Aromatic Experience - Creates a lively and invigorating atmosphere.
• Clarifying Fragrance - Well suited to daytime aromatherapy and focused environments.
• Herbal Skincare Ingredient - Suitable for carefully formulated cosmetic products when properly diluted.
• Massage Friendly - Adds a fresh herbal character to massage blends.
• Natural Fragrance - Works beautifully in herbal, green and botanical perfume compositions.
• Versatile Blending Oil - Combines well with citrus, floral, minty and woody essential oils.

Botanical Information

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, botanically known as Ocimum basilicum, is an aromatic herb traditionally associated with tropical Asia and widely cultivated today. Its flowering herb produces an essential oil with a characteristic fresh green and herbaceous aroma.

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Common Name: Basil
• Plant Part Used: Flowering Herb
• Source: India
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
• Botanical Family: Lamiaceae
• Aroma: Fresh, green, crisp and herbaceous

Origin & Extraction

Basil Essential Oil is sourced from India and obtained through steam distillation of the flowering herb of Ocimum basilicum. This traditional extraction method captures the plant's naturally aromatic constituents and distinctive green herbal fragrance.

Traditional Uses

Basil has been valued for centuries in India and other Asian traditions. It has played an important role in culinary, spiritual and cultural practices and has been associated with traditional herbal preparations.

Basil leaves have also been used historically in teas, infusions and other traditional preparations, while the aromatic herb continues to be appreciated for its fresh botanical character.

Aromatherapy

Basil Essential Oil offers a fresh, crisp and herbaceous aroma that is well suited to daytime aromatherapy. Its invigorating fragrance can help create a clear, fresh and energising atmosphere.

It blends particularly well with Lemon, Bergamot, Lavender, Peppermint and other herbal essential oils.

Massage & Body Care

When properly diluted with a suitable carrier oil, Basil Essential Oil can be incorporated into massage and body-care formulations. Its fresh herbal aroma works particularly well in invigorating massage blends.

Skincare

Basil Essential Oil can be incorporated into properly formulated skincare and body-care products where a fresh green botanical aroma is desired. Use only at an appropriate dilution and follow the safety requirements for the finished cosmetic formulation.

Hair & Scalp Care

Basil Essential Oil can be used as an aromatic ingredient in properly formulated hair and scalp products. Its fresh herbal fragrance makes it suitable for hair oils, scalp-care blends and cleansing formulations.

Soap Making

Basil Essential Oil adds a crisp, fresh herbal character to handmade soap. It works particularly well with citrus, mint, floral and woody essential oils.

Try combining it with:

• Lemon
• Bergamot
• Lavender
• Peppermint
• Rosemary
• Cedarwood

Perfume & Natural Fragrance

Basil provides a distinctive green herbal note for natural fragrance compositions. Its crisp aromatic character can add freshness and complexity to citrus, floral, herbal and woody perfume blends.

Home Fragrance

Use Basil Essential Oil in suitable diffusers and home-fragrance formulations to introduce a clean, fresh and herbaceous atmosphere to living spaces, work areas and other environments.

Suitable For

• Aromatherapy and diffusion
• Daytime aromatic blends
• Massage oils
• Skincare formulations
• Hair and scalp care
• Handmade soap
• Natural perfume
• Home fragrance
• Herbal fragrance compositions

Product Details

• Product: Basil Essential Oil
• Size: 50 ml
• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Plant Part: Flowering Herb
• Origin: India
• Extraction: Steam Distillation
• Aroma Profile: Fresh, green, crisp and herbaceous

How to Use

Aromatherapy: Add a few drops to a suitable diffuser according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Topical Use: Dilute appropriately with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin.

Massage: Add to a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution rate.

Skincare & Body Care: Incorporate into a properly formulated cosmetic product at a suitable concentration.

Hair & Scalp Care: Use only in an appropriately diluted and formulated hair or scalp preparation.

Soap Making: Incorporate into your formulation within the appropriate essential-oil usage rate.

Natural Fragrance: Use as part of a properly formulated botanical fragrance blend.

Cautions

Basil Essential Oil is highly concentrated and should be appropriately diluted before topical use. Perform a patch test before wider application and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Due to the concentrated nature of Basil Essential Oil, it is generally recommended to exercise particular caution with pregnancy and use in children. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears and sensitive areas. If pregnant, nursing, under 16 or under medical care, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use. Do not use internally unless specifically directed by a qualified professional.

Why Choose Basil Essential Oil?

• Pure natural Ocimum basilicum essential oil
• Steam distilled from flowering herb
• Sourced from India
• Fresh, green and crisp herbal aroma
• Ideal for refreshing and uplifting aromatic blends
• Excellent for massage and body care
• Suitable for handmade soap and natural perfumery
• Versatile for aromatherapy and home fragrance

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