10ml packaging containing 100% edible Basil Essential Oil. Basil, scientific name Ocimum basilicum, is an annual, ornamental herb that grows over 70cm tall. It is known since antiquity, with references to its use by Chinese healers and in Ayurvedic medicine. The essential oil of Basil is obtained through steam distillation of its leaves and is pale yellow in color, with a fresh, sweet, and slightly spicy aroma.

The main aromatic compounds include estragole, linalool, camphor, and tannins. Basil essential oil has strong antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties, making it ideal for addressing colds, flu symptoms, and cough. It is also an excellent choice for relief from mental fatigue, lethargy, stress, and depression.

It is used in massage oils for muscle pains, cramps, and menstrual pain. It is one of the best essential oils for diffusion, refreshing the atmosphere and repelling insects. It is widely used in alternative medicine for digestive problems, nausea, and vomiting, and is beneficial as an inhalant for congested sinuses.

Basil essential oil (Linalool type) is recognized in aromatherapy for depression and as an anxiolytic, improving concentration ability. It is also used in cosmetics as an ingredient in men's fragrances. Use on the skin is not direct, with a recommended ratio of up to 2% in skincare products and up to 0.5%.

It blends very well with: Bergamot, Thyme, Clove, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Neroli, Rosemary.

Warning! Not to be used by pregnant or nursing women. INCI-ingredients: OCIMUM BASILICUM OIL. Origin: Greece. Imathia County.

Important Note: The information provided is for informational purposes only. The product is not intended to prevent, treat, or cure any disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have health problems. Use should be under the guidance of a specialist.