Basil

$27.95

Ocimum basilicum  |  15mL

Basil is well known for its many healing properties and has a naturally warm, sweet, herbal, spicy and powerful aroma. Widely used in Far Eastern medicine for treating colds, flu, fever, respiratory conditions, earaches and muscle aches. Basil is commonly used as an antidote for snake and insect bites and for stomach and kidney ailments. 

  • Contains antibacterial and anti-fungal properties
  • Reduces inflammation and helps relax painful or swollen muscles and joints
  • Serves as an aid for ear infections
  • Combats free radical damage
  • Helps relieve congestion and other cold and flu symptoms
  • May increase urine output and aid in treatment of urinary tract infections and other kidney ailments
  • Stimulates the nervous system
  • Promotes oral health
  • Diffuse to combat bacteria and fungus in the home and freshen the air
  • Rub oil behind the ears to help reduce inflammation and discomfort from an ear infection and promote healing 
  • Diffuse, or add a few drops to a warm bath to help fight cold and flu symptoms
  • To help relax swollen or painful muscles or joints, dilute and apply oil to affected area, or add oil to warm bath water with Epsom salts
  • Add 1 to 2 drops to a glass of water to aid in treating urinary tract infections

AROMATIC:  Diffuse 1 to 2 hours up to 3 times daily (3 to 5 drops of essential oil to 100 ml of water).

TOPICAL:  Dilute with carrier oil to avoid skin sensitivity. (3 to 6 drops of essential oil to 1 teaspoon carrier oil recommended for adults).


 

Ocimum basilicum (basil) premium essential oil

KEY THERAPEUTIC CONSTITUENTS:  Eugenol, Linalool, Methyl Chavicol 

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:  Egypt 

PLANT PART:  Leaf, flower 

EXTRACTION METHOD:  Steam distillation

Keep out of reach of children (if ingested, seek urgent medical attention). Keep away from eyes, inner ears, and other sensitive areas. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician prior to use. 

Avoid using during pregnancy

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.