BASIL 
( OCIMUM BASILICUM)
Country of Origin
France, India 
Part of Plant Used
Leaves and Flowers 
Extraction
Steam Distilled 
Nature of Oil
Clear herbaceous and light refreshing with a faint balsamic woody undertone and a lasting sweetness. 
Note
Top 
Strength of Aroma
Strong 
Actions
Antidpessant, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Cephalic, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Galactagogue, Nervine, Restorative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic 
Uses
Insect bites, Insect Repellent, Poor Circulation, Gout, Muscular aches and pains, Rheumatism, Bronchitis, Coughs, Earache, Sinusitis, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Nausea, Cramps, Scanty periods, Colds, fever, Flu, 
Emotional Nervous
Anxiety, Depression, Fatigue, Insomnia, Nervous Tension 
Safety Data/Cautions:
Avoid during pregnancy. May irritate a sensitive skin. 
Summary
Strengthening, clearing and fortifying. A fresh herbaceous, aniseed like reviving aroma. An invigorating oil good for clearing the head, helps give the mind clarity and aids concentration.