Basil Essential Oil Uses
Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. PLEASE understand essential oils are highly concentrated and many people have done serious damage to themselves by ingesting essential oils. I am not promoting or advocating for the ingestion of essential oils. Do so at your own risk as well as do your own research, and consult a physician when necessary.
Primary Benefits
- Helps to keep the skin looking clean, clear, and healthy
- Promotes mental alertness and lessens anxious feelings when diffused
- Supports cardiovascular and nervous system health when consumed internally*
Basil has a warm and spicy, yet herbal aroma.
It acts as a cooling agent for the skin.
It promotes mental alertness and lessens occasional anxious feelings.*
Diffuse Basil to promote a sense of focus while studying, reading, or completing other tasks that require mental clarity.
Massage Basil and Wintergreen with fractionated coconut oil on the back of the neck for a stress-relieving experience.
This essential oil may help to ease monthly feminine discomfort.*
Take a drop of Basil internally to provide soothing support during your menstrual cycle.*
Diffuse Basil for feelings of relief at the end of your work day.
Add it to your favorite Italian dishes for a refreshing taste.
Blend Basil with Lime, Bergamot, and/or Peppermint for an invigorating aroma.
Apply it to the temples and the back of the neck to reduce feelings of tension.
Basil supports healthy immune function and response.*
This essential oil has cleansing properties.
It helps to support healthy blood flow.*
Apply this essential oil topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes.
It may soothe and calm the nervous system.*
Basil supports gastrointestinal health and function.*
It helps to reduce gas.*
Diffuse Basil to promote feelings of calmness and relaxation.
Combine Basil with Clove and Melaleuca for a mouth rinse that keeps the gums and teeth clean and healthy.
Basil may calm tense muscles.*
Combine Basil with Geranium and citrus essential oils for an uplifting massage.
Diffuse to promote a sense of focus while studying or reading.
Combine with Geranium and Wild Orange essential oils for an uplifting aromatic massage.
Add to your favorite Italian dishes for a refreshing taste.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
