Basil essential oil, 10 ml
8.85 €
Composition
100% pure basil essential oil
/Ocimum basilicum/
Produced by steam distillation.
How to use
Internally: 3 to 5 drops a day in 1 coffee spoon of honey, dissolved in a glass of warm water.
Externally: inhalation, compresses, massage, baths, sauna, steam bath, aroma lamp.
Caution! This product is not a medicine! It should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet! Do not exceed the recommended daily dose! Not to be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women or by young children! Not to be used by people with epilepsy!
If taken together with medicinal products, consult a pharmacist.
*The effects, methods of use and dosages apply only to products of this brand, for which Botalife guarantees the concentration, purity, quality and origin of the oils.
Key benefits
1. Antibacterial and antifungal action:Basil oil has very good antimicrobial activity against a wide range of foodborne bacteria, yeasts and moulds. Scientific research has shown that basil oil has inhibitory properties against Listeria and Salmonella bacterial strains.
2. Good digestion:Basil oil is an excellent digestive tonic. It is used against constipation, stomach cramps and gas. It gives immediate relief from gas in the stomach and intestines and works against colic and stomach pain.
3. Respiratory illnesses:Basil oil is effective in relieving the symptoms of colds, flu and fever. Because of its antispasmodic properties, it is often used against whooping cough.
4. Breathing problems: As well as relieving coughs, basil oil is used to treat asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections.
5. Infections: Because of its antibacterial properties, basil oil is suitable for treating many infections such as cuts, wounds, skin infections and bladder infections. It is also good against viral infections and flu.
6. Stressful situations:Basil oil has a refreshing effect when smelled and consumed, so it is used to treat nervous tension, fatigue, melancholy, migraines and depression. Because of its calming action, it is an important element of aromatherapy.
7. Circulation:Basil oil improves blood circulation and enhances and optimises the body's metabolic functions.
8. Pain relief:Basil oil is an analgesic and relieves pain. It is often used to treat arthritis, wounds, injuries, burns, swelling, post-operative recovery and headaches.
9. A remedy to help prevent ear infections: Rub equal parts of basil oil and frankincense, diluted with coconut oil, behind the ears to reduce the swelling of an ear infection and improve hearing.
10. Urinary tract: Because of the antibacterial, antimicrobial and detoxifying action of basil oil, it helps deal with urinary tract infections and acts as a diuretic.
11. Eyesight:Basil oil acts as an ophthalmic and clears haemorrhages in the eyes.
12. Vomiting and dizziness:Basil oil can be used to prevent vomiting, dizziness and similar conditions.
13. Cosmetic uses:Basil oil is rubbed and massaged into the skin. It improves the quality of the skin and hair and is used to treat acne and skin infections.
14. Itching from bee and insect stings: In Asia, basil oil was used as an antidote to snake and insect bites.
Information
Certificate No.: TR-32-К-003617
Packaging: glass bottle with dropper, 10 ml
Storage: in a dark, cool place, out of the reach of children, with the cap tightly closed
Best before: see packaging
Manufacturer: Manolya Dogal ve Aromatik, Turkey
Exclusive importer for Bulgaria: Botalife Bulgaria Ltd.
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Description
The leaves and seeds of basil are the important medicinal components of this herb, which is regularly used in kitchens around the world. Basil essential oil is popular in Europe, Central Asia, India and South-East Asia. The oil has been used extensively for culinary purposes in the Mediterranean and is still an active ingredient in many Italian recipes. Basil has been used since ancient times for diarrhoea, coughs, mucous deposits, constipation, indigestion and some skin conditions. The therapeutic compounds in basil, such as eugenol, linalool and methyl chavicol, determine the main health benefits of basil oil. These include its ability to relieve bouts of vomiting, dizziness, seasickness, constipation, respiratory problems and diabetes.