Therapeutic grade | Made with certified organic ingredients | Steam distilled
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Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Basil is packed with rich compounds and beneficial properties. It is high in Vitamins A, C and K. Because it possesses microbial properties, it helps promote healthy skin and flushes toxins from the body. Basil enhances the luster of dull looking skin and is commonly used to treat the symptoms of acne and other skin infections. In addition, It is considered a mood enhancer, and has traditionally been used as a calming agent, as it is considered a natural relaxant.
Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly camphorous
Skin Benefits: Anti-bacterial, anti-viral, antiseptic
Common Uses: Commonly used for headaches, cold symptoms, expectorant, skincare
Energetics: Deepens focus, calms, uplifts
Blends Well With: Bergamot, clary sage, clove, geranium, lime, lemon, hyssop, juniper, eucalyptus, neroli, marjoram, rosemary, melissa, lavender
Recommended Skin Type: All skin types, especially acne-prone and oily skin
Cautions: Do not use essential oils internally, and do not apply undiluted essential oils to the skin without qualified professional advice. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, or any other medical problem, use oils only under the advice of a qualified practitioner. Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children.
“This information is provided for educational purposes only.The essential oil profiles provided by Saratoga Botanicals are for educational purposes only, and are intended to provide a generalized reference for safety information, properties, constituents and common uses. The data is not necessarily complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.”
Therapeutic grade. Made with certified organic ingredients. Steam distilled.
As with any essential oil, make sure to mix with carrier oils at proper ratios before applying to the skin.
We never recommend ingesting any essential oil.
Please make sure to review or safety and use guides prior to use.