Basil Linalool Oil

Description

This oil is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves and the flowering tops. Basil Essential Oil has a long history of religious meaning for the Hindus, Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Medically, it was administered as a juice or tea to treat colds, coughs, diarrhea, gastric conditions, headaches, poisoning, inflammation and vomiting to name a few. In addition, Basil linalool essential oil is rated as a “low risk” skin sensitizer.

Benefits :

• Basil essential oil can get rid of acne. It can be added to a homemade facial mask and applied onto the skin. This gets rid of acne and treats other skin problems.
• It prevents the outburst of blackheads and whiteheads when added to a homemade facial mask.
• Massaging basil oil into the scalp increases blood circulation and thus promotes hair growth and reduces excess hair fall.
• Basil essential oil can add luster to your hair when mixed with a homemade hair mask or to your shampoo or conditioner.
• If you are suffering from extreme dandruff, itchiness or dry scalp then massage this oil into the scalp. This helps in reducing dandruff accumulation and soothes the scalp.
• Basil essential oil is a great remedy for stress-related headaches and migraines. Add a few drops to your vaporizer and diffuse it at home!
• Basil essential oil is rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants. They soothe the nerves, lower blood pressure and reduce stress.
• Using basil essential oil in your bath will keep you away from infections and skin diseases.
• When added to a carrier oil and massaged into your skin it increases your blood circulation. It keeps you healthy and energized due to its spicy, minty aroma.
• Basil essential oil acts as a good bug repellant.
• During summer, to beat the heat, add a few drops of this oil in a bottle of water and spray it all over your body. It has an immediate cooling effect which will leave you feeling fresh and energized.
• It can be added to floor cleaners, dish wash liquids and the like. It helps to keep your house and vessels smelling fresh while killing all the disease-causing bacteria.

# The above mentioned benefits are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Some essential oils may cause allergy to the skin. Use diluted in Jojoba or other complete carrier oil. Do not ingest essential oils and do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes