Basil 5 ml

Basil essential oil has a sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly campherous scent with a watery viscosity and a pale greenish-yellow color. Traditionally used as a tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines and allergies; to clear the mind and relieve intellectual fatigue, while giving clarity and mental strength. It is said to have beneficial action on the respiratory tract and is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections. It assists in reducing nausea and vomiting. When used on the skin, it helps to control acne. In general it refreshes the skin and can also be used on insect bites. This oil has various bio chemical compounds that include linalool, methyl chavicol, eugenol and beta-caryophyllene. Blends well with eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, tea tree, lavender, cypress, cedarwood, lemon, lime, rosemary and peppermint.
Cautions: Use sparingly and dilute at 2% if used on the skin. High doses may be carcinogenic due to its methyl chavicol content. Avoid in cases of liver problems and during pregnancy.