Basil Essential Oil
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Basil Essential Oil
Say hello to the versatile world of wellness with Edens Garden's Basil essential oil. While it may bring to mind delicious pasta and pizza, this essential oil offers a plethora of benefits beyond the kitchen. Known for its calming aroma, Basil oil provides a soothing experience when diffused or applied topically, making it a favorite in aromatherapy.
Basil oil is more than just a pleasant scent; it's a historical remedy for soothing the spirit. It's said to help build confidence, reduce fear and negative thoughts, and combat mental fatigue. Just like 16th-century herbalist John Gerard, who used it to comfort the downhearted, you too can leverage its uplifting properties.
But the wonders of Basil essential oil don't stop there. It's a natural solution for skin discomforts, often used to relieve itchiness from insect bites and soothe skin infections, while also acting as a repellent. This oil, derived from the Sweet Basil linalool chemotype native to Africa and Asia, is a testament to the plant's rich history of use throughout India, the Mediterranean, and North Africa.
For an easy DIY, try adding a few drops of diluted Basil essential oil to a warm bath for a relaxing soak or diffuse it in your living space for a calming ambiance. Remember, always dilute before topical application. With Edens Garden's Basil essential oil, you're investing in an aromatic journey that uplifts, soothes, and promotes wellness.
Safety: Keep out of reach of children. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult physician. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not use internally unless instructed by a licensed aromatherapist or physician.
OK For Kids: 2+
Kids Max Dilution: 1%
Adult Max Dilution: 3.3%
Shelf Life: 3-5 Years
Pet Safety: Essential oils are generally safe to diffuse around adult cats and dogs intermittently. Ensure the room you’re diffusing in is well ventilated and that your pet can leave if desired. Discontinue use if you notice any adverse reaction. Avoid topical use and diffusing around young pets, small animals or pets with health problems.
Apply Topically: Our Basil essential oil is 100% pure and undiluted. To apply to the skin, dilute with a high-quality Carrier Oil, such as Jojoba or Fractionated Coconut oil. See our dilution chart here. We recommend performing a skin patch test when using a new essential oil topically.
Diffuse & Inhale: Breathe in your favorite essential oils using an essential oil diffuser or personal pocket inhaler. For instructions on how to use your diffuser, please refer to the diffuser's product page.
DIYs: Explore simple and fun recipes on The Drop, our essential oil blog with expert tips, EO news, and informative reads.
DEFEND: Blend together: 5 drops of Basil, 5 drops of Tea Tree and 5 drops of Lemon, then add 5-6 drops to your Scent Ball diffuser and diffuse for 30-60 minutes.
RELAX: Add: 5 drops of Basil, 5 drops of Vetiver, 5 drops of Lavender and 5 drops of Cedarwood (Atlas) to 2 oz of massage oil. Apply after showering to soothe and restore the skin, or in a professional massage treatment. Add 2 teaspoons of massage oil to a full bath and relax.
REVIVE: Add to a personal inhaler and inhale as needed: 5 drops of Basil, 5 drops of Rosemary and 5 drops of Peppermint. Or add 5-6 drops Basil to your diffuser and diffuse for 30-60 minutes.
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