Organic Holy Basil (Ocimum sacrum)

Description

Organic Holy Basil – Ocimum sacrum

Origin     

India

CAS

8015-73-4

Note

Top

Plant Part

Leaves & flowers

 Folk Names

Holy Basil or Tulsi

Aromatic Scent

Has an allspice, bay, mint and liquorice main fragrance but dries to a green clove-like flavour

Folk Powers

Love, Wealth, Protection against negative influences, Exorcism, Ability to Fly, Raising Scorpions

Blends Well With

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Rosemary

Extraction Method

Steam Distilled

Description

Holy Basil Essential Oil is used to improve breathing in bronchitis, colds, sinusitis, coughs and flu. It is an adrenal stimulant, but also calming – it helps regulate the endocrine system. It aids with mental fatigue, exhaustion and enervation. Can relieve flatulence and is considered useful in relieving the pressure of gout. Soothes insect bites and acts as an insect repellent. Relaxes muscle aches and rheumatism. Acts as an antiseptic, antispasmodic, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antidepressant. May stimulate hair growth.

Uses

Use in a vaporizer for migraines, headaches and to help increase concentration and clear the mind.

Use in a water-based diffuser to help mental and nervous exhaustion. Good for calming the mind and improving regularity and speed of breathing.

When adding basil oil to a warm bath, it can help relieve gout and arthritis, as well as muscular and menstrual pains.

Diluted to 2% or less in a carrier oil it helps to minimize uric acid in the blood, thus relieving gout. It is useful in arthritis and when used on the skin, it helps to control acne. In general, it refreshes the skin and can also be used to relieve the irritation of insect bites

Emotions

Treating nervous tension, mental fatigue, melancholy, migraines and depression. Regularly using this essential oil provides mental strength and clarity. Holy Basil is used to soothe tempers and create empathy between people

Contraindications

Holy Basil could irritate sensitive skin. Use sparingly and with caution.  Avoid during pregnancy. Do not use for a prolonged period or in concentrations greater than 2% Avoid in cases of liver problems.  Avoid if suffering from epilepsy or seizures.

Active Ingredients

Linalool, Eugenol, ß-Caryophyllene, Linoleic & Linolenic acids, 1,8 Cineole, T-Cadinol, Palmitic acid, (E)-a-Bergamotene, Germacrene-D, Estragole