Basil essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops of Ocimum basilicum. Greenish-yellow in color with a fresh, crisp herbal aroma, it is one of the most recognizable oils in aromatherapy and perfumery. Basil originates in tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands, although today it is cultivated throughout Europe and the United States. 🌿
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
✓ Intense, fresh, and slightly aniseed herbal aroma, very characteristic and recognizable
✓ Distilled from flowering herb, the part of the plant with the highest aromatic concentration
✓ Versatile in diffusers, aromatherapy blends, and natural cosmetic formulation
HISTORY AND ORIGIN
Basil holds a special place in Indian culture, where it is known as tulasi and has been used in spiritual and ceremonial practices for centuries. The plant's leaves are part of prayer rituals in temples, where they are distributed among the faithful soaked in coconut water or holy water. Its presence in daily Indian life goes far beyond cuisine: it is a plant with deep symbolic and spiritual meaning. 🌺
DETAILS
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
Part of the plant: Flowering herb
Origin: India
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Format: 10 ml
TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
IFRA: Download IFRA certificate
SDS: Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Allergen Declarations: Allergen Declaration
