Basil Sweet (Essential Oil)

100% Pure Essential Oil Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum, ct. Estragole Main Constituents: Methyl chavicol (estragole): 73.06% Linalool: 19.2% Plant Part: Leaves Origin: India Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Description / Color / Consistency: This is almost colorless to a pale amber colour with a thin consistency. Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: Basil has a sweet, spicy, fresh scent with a faint balsamic woody back note and a lasting sweetness that makes for a strong top note. Product Abstract: In Greek its name means 'royal remedy' or 'king'. In the 16th century, powdered basil was used to treat migraines and chest infections. The ancient Egyptians believed that it would open the gates of heaven to a dying person, and the Hindus use Basil sprigs to protect the dead from evil while in transition between lives. Western European lore sometimes claimed that it was a symbol of evil, while the Eastern Orthodox Church used it in the making of holy water. Cautions: Dilute bef