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Basil Essential Oil
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 Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Plant Part: Leaves & flowers
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: Italy
Description: An annual Herb, Basil grows 20-50 cm (8-20 in), and when in bloom the purple- white flowers appear in clusters, framed by oval pointed green leaves.
Color: Golden yellow with some green tone
Common Uses: Prized in Ayurvedic medicine for its ability to strengthen compassion, faith and bring clarity. Basil clears the sinuses, promotes digestion and stimulates circulation, especially in the respiratory system.
Consistency: light
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: Basil essentil oil blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Neroli, and Rosemary
Aromatic Scent: Clear, herbaceous and light refreshing with a faint balsamic woody backnote and a lasting sweetness.
History: In Greek its name means 'royal remedy' or 'king'. Beloved culinary plant of Indian, Asian and Mediterranean countries.
Cautions: May irritate sensitive skin. Do not use during pregnancy.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.
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Product Category: essential oils, aromatherapy oils, therapeutic, wholesale, pure, natural, bulk
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Submited By: Patty from Darwin, Minnesota on 03/05/2008
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Excellent quality and easy to use. I love the Basil essential oil.
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Submited By: SANDY from SELMA, North Carolina on 01/16/2008
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What a strong potent oil. This is one oil "in my opinion" that does well ONLY in blends.. It is way to strong to handle alone.
If you get up in the morning feeling dull and lethargic...after a hot shower rub your chest and under your arms with a blend of basil, lime, lavender and bergamot in a good carrier oil.
You will feel like a new person within 20 minutes. You are ready to face the day. An added benefit is how it opens up the respiratory system......and sinuses. And the price is unbelievable
This is definitely an oil you want to use in the morning..
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Submited By: sarah from lansing, Michigan on 10/27/2007
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The licorice scent is quite overpowering. One cannot deny the benefits of the basil oil, however, and the scent certainly is invigorating. Excellent to have on hand but not something I would use every day. Excellent quality, as always from new directions.
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Submited By: Marina from Washington, District of Columbia on 10/24/2007
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Not exactly like fresh basil at first, but give it a moment to experience the multidimensional quality. There's a bit of licorice, a bit of mint -- and then the basil you expect. Nicely complex and quite memorable.
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Submited By: Heidi from Grand Junction, Colorado on 09/19/2007
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Clarifying for mind and senses, this oil has the green smell of a wet herb garden... perfect for summer blends-- I used in a 'Green Man' themed soap with dill weed, celery seed, and a bit of vanilla oil to make a sun-drenched verdent soap
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Submited By: Victoria from COCONUT CREEK, Florida on 08/27/2007
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Not quite what I expected but seems to be good quality
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Submited By: courtney from fullerton, California on 08/23/2007
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I really like this oil... although, as the others have said it is very sweet. This is a more than fair price for a great quality oil :)
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Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 12/01/2006
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I agree with Olga - it was not what I was expecting, however I love it! Very sweet, licorice like and even minty!
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Submited By: Olga from Santa Clara, California on 07/28/2006
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This oil doesn't smell exactly like a fresh basil on my opinion, it's more licorice-like. I use it a lot for easing my daughter's sinus congestion, it seems to help.
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Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/07/2006
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A wonderful useful oil, Ocimum basilicum or Sweet basil -has an aroma just like the spice you might use in your pasta sauce: the aromas of the various basils are so different that it has been suggested to classify them according to the aroma, instead of botanical relationship. It is light, fresh, fruity-spicy with a balsamic, anise-like undertone. It has wonderful Aromatherapy properties: warming and toning. Restoring peace of mind and counteracting depression. Clarifying, uplifting, energizing. Blends well with: lavender, clary sage, thyme, cedarwood, bergamot, geranium, hyssop. Basil clears the head, relieves mind fatigue, giving clarity of thought. The oil is for EXTERNAL USE ONLY and it should always be diluted with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. It is non-toxic and non-irritant but with possible sensitization in some individuals. Do not use if pregnant. Used for aches and pains, bronchitis, childbirth, colds, concentration, congestion, depression, fatigue, 'flu, head colds, headaches, herpes, hysteria, increased awareness, increasing production of breast milk, indecisiveness, indigestion, insect bites, insomnia, lack of confidence, menstruation, mental fatigue, mental stimulation, migraine, nausea, negative thoughts, oily skin, physical fatigue, rattled nerves, rheumatism, scanty periods, shingles, sinusitis, sore muscles, sorrowfulness, stimulating adrenal, stress, uplifting. (Also known as Common Basil, Joy-of-the-Mountain, True Sweet Basil, European Basil.) I give this one an excellent as it's one of the better one's I've used.
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