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Botanical Name Ocimum Basilicum.
Origin Tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands.
General Name Basil Oil
This unadulterated Basil oil due to its intense therapeutic properties is helpful in treating various health problems. The crispy cologne of this essential oil is widely used by aroma therapists, as it awakens the mind to clarity of thought, sedate the nerves, and treat menstrual problems. Basil oil has a watery viscosity and is pale greenish-yellow in color. It is derived from the herb Ocimum basilicum, which belongs to the Lamiaceae (Labiatae) family. This oil was used historically for digestive troubles, respiratory, fevers and snake bites. Moreover, many people inhale the powdered leaves of this plant for alleviating migraine and chest infection.
Weight | 100ml./ 3.520oz | 250ml./ 8.799oz | 500ml./ 17.598oz | 1000ml./ 35.195oz | 2000ml./ 70.390oz |
PRICE IN USD | $ 9.00 | $ 25.00 | $ 48.00 | $ 84.00 | $ 165.00 |
Method of Extraction and part of Plant Used It is derived from the herb Ocimum basilicum through steam distillation method.
Properties Pale yellowish in color.
Geranium, Fennel, Marjoram, Black Pepper, Grapefruit, Neroli, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Lemon and Verbena oils.
Aroma Clear, light and peppery aroma.
Integrant Citronellol, cis-ocimene, b-pinene, y-terpineol, methyl cinnamate, geraniol, a-pinene, myrcene.
Precautions Women during their pregnancy phase should seek proper medical advice before using this oil.
Solubility | Specific Gravity | Optical Rotation | Refractive Index | Flash Point | Extraction Method |
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Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
0.891 - 0.954 @ 72 F |
-14.0 - -5.0 @ 20 C |
1.4795 - 1.568 @ 72 F |
167 F |
Steam Distillation |
Basil oil is an analgesic and provides immense relief from acute pain therefore often used in treating injuries, wounds, arthritis, burns, bruises, surgical recovery, scars sprains, and headaches. It has soothing effect on mind thus helpful for treating stress, melancholy, migraines, mental fatigue and depression. Moreover, its carminative property makes it effective for treating constipation, indigestion, stomach cramps and flatulence. It is a good digestive tonic.
The incredible Basil oil is a pale greenish-yellow color liquid extracted from the herb Ocimum basilicum through the process of steam distillation. Basil is a common name of the herb Ocimum basilicum that belongs to the family Lamiaceae. The seeds and leaves of the basil plant are the most important medicinal parts of this herb and are used in many Ayurvedic medicines. The herb was used to treat constipation, indigestion, diarrhea, cough and certain skin diseases.
It is perfect for every skin★★★★
Basil oil helped me a lot in treating my all burns and scars on the skin. I got to know about basil oil from my best friend who was already using it. She suggested me to use this oil for one time to see the results. The oil didn’t only work; even it worked wonderfully on my skin. Now, I don’t have any burns and scars on my skin. Thanks to basil oil!! By: Aubriana