Basil Essential Oil
Basil Essential Oil
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Our Basil Essential Oil comes from India and is extracted by Steam Distillation of the leaves. Basil Oil has a sweet, spicy, fresh scent with a faint woody balsamic back note and is used in a variety of products including aromatherapy, perfumery, soap and other fine toiletries.
Usage Guidelines
Usage Guidelines
Product Details:
- Basil Essential Oil
- Basil Oil
- Country of Origin: India
- Aromatic Summary: Sweet, spicy, fresh and faint woody aroma
- Aromatic Strength: Strong
- Aromatic Note: Top
- Blends well with other essential oils including Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Neroli and Rosemary
- Basil Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves
- Our Basil Essential Oil is the Methyl chavicol Variety with a small percentage of Linalool
Principal Constituents:
- Methyl chavicol (estragole) 70 – 76%
- Linalool 16 – 19%
Technical Information
Technical Information
Caution: Essential Oils are concentrated essences from plants and should always be diluted before application to the skin to avoid irritation. We do not promote or encourage the use of essential oils internally, but instead promote their usage more for their aromatic and topical benefits. Always ensure that you are aware of the contraindications of the oils that you are using and consult with your doctor or a certified aromatherapist if you have health concerns or questions.
Technical Information:
- Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum, ct. Estragole
- INCI: Ocimum basilicum (Basil) Oil
- Country of Origin: India
- Plant Part: Leaves
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
- Colour: Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Documentation & Resources
Documentation & Resources
