Basil essential oil is one of the most underrated oils in aromatherapy. While it is universally recognised as a culinary herb, its essential oil has a distinct …
Basil essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of Ocimum basilicum, the common sweet basil plant. There are many varieties of basil, but sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum ct. linalool) is the most widely used in aromatherapy — it has a gentler, more balanced profile than exotic basil (Ocimum basilicum ct. methyl chavicol), which is higher in potentially irritating compounds
Always check the chemotype when buying basil essential oil. The linalool chemotype is the safe, aromatherapy-appropriate choice; the methyl chavicol (estragole) chemotype should be avoided for regular therapeutic use.
How to use it
Add a few drops to an ultrasonic diffuser, dilute in a carrier oil for topical use (start low, 1–2%), or blend into your own rollerball and room-spray recipes. Always patch-test first.
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