Basil - Eirhorse Essential Oil 10ml

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Basil Essential Oil 10ml Eirhorse - PRODUCT NOT FOR VAPING

Basil oil, although relatively little known, has been popular with healers for centuries. Basil itself was considered by the ancient Greeks to be the "queen of herbs", while in the orthodox religions it was used to prepare holy water. The invention of the distillation technique made it possible to obtain a substance from basil with a concentration so strong that the therapeutic effect has become significant even for medicine - basil oil is studied today even in terms of fighting cancer!

Origin of Egypt)
Latin Name: Ocimum Basilicum.
Plant Part Used: Flowering Herb.
Source: India.
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation.
MSDS Basil Oil (Methyl Chavicol) CLP SDS
MSDS Basil Oil (Methyl Chavicol) IFRA Certificate
MSDS Basil Oil (Methyl Chavicol) Allergen Declaration

Usage method

For skin contact always use diluted:
- bath: fill the tub with warm water and add the essential oil, mixing thoroughly (6-12 drops of oil are used for one bath);
- massage: selected essential oils are added to the base oil intended for massage. Pour about 50 ml of base oil into a glass bowl or bottle, add 10-25 drops of essential oil and mix. One teaspoon (5 ml) of base oil is usually given 2-3 drops of essential oils;
- spraying: fill the water container in the aromatic fireplace with water and add 3 to 6 drops of essential oil;
- sauna: put 5 drops of essential oil into 1 liter of water.

Basil oil - properties and action. How to use basil oil?

Truly common basil (Ocimum basilicum) were used by the Egyptians for embalming corpses, by the African people for protection against scorpions, and in Judaism they were a means of strengthening during debilitating fasts. Folk medicine in different regions of the world used them to treat stomach aches, diarrhea, acne, vitiligo, difficult-to-heal wounds, and even high fever and epilepsy. No wonder that obtaining highly concentrated basil extract was high in the ranking of herbal needs.

Basil oil - what is it?

Basil oil is most often obtained by water distillation from the leaves and flowers of the Ocimum basilicum plant. For this purpose, whole basil plantations are cultivated, which, despite being a perennial species in the Mediterranean climate, are planted anew every year under an intensive harvesting system. The first harvest of leaves and flowering tops takes more than 7 months after sowing and gives the best material for extraction. Then leaves and flowers are collected from the growing shoots a few more times, with the plants becoming weaker after each harvest.

The method of water distillation is used primarily for delicate raw materials - basil leaves and flowers can be included among them. The raw material is immersed in boiling water, which protects the oil fractions from overheating. The evaporating water is cooled in the condenser and then separated in the separator into essential oil and basil hydrolate, i.e. water with a very low concentration of herbal extract. Alternatively, the essential oil can also be obtained by steam distillation or solvent extraction.

Basil oil has a fairly watery consistency and a light yellowish-green tinge. The smell is very clean, peppery, with green sweet notes on top.

Basil oil ingredients - fragrant and healing

The specific composition of basil oil varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Parameters such as plant genotype, geographical location of crops, parts of the plant used for extraction, as well as its type turn out to be decisive.

Generally, however, there are 25 to 29 active substances in basil oil in total. Most of the oil consists of phenylpropanoids, including mainly methyl eugenol, which gives the strong aroma of basil, and methyl chavicol, which relieves pain and soothes spasms. In addition, the presence of terpenes also deserves attention, especially:

  • linaool known for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-epileptic, as well as calming and stress-relieving effects;
  • geraniol with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antioxidant and tumor-inhibiting properties.

Estragole was also identified in basil oil, which is considered a carcinogenic and genotoxic compound at present - which means that it can alter human DNA. According to scientists, however, it is difficult to consume enough basil to make this threat significant for humans.

The medical potential of basil oil

Basil oil has already been thoroughly researched for its potential benefits and risks to human health. In laboratory conditions, it is highly effective against gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria and fungi. Pathogenic microorganisms such as staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), faecal streptococcus (S. faecalis), coliform (E. coli) and S. epidermidis staphylococcus are particularly sensitive to the oil. In this context, the importance of basil oil as a disinfectant, a natural food preservative and a topical remedy for inflammatory conditions such as middle ear infections is emphasized. There are also studies proving the damaging effects of basil oil on human herpes virus (HSV), adenoviruses, and the hepatitis B virus.

In addition, basil oil has a very high antioxidant activity, which means that it effectively fights free radicals produced in the body as a side effect of metabolism. As such, it is a substance that counteracts the development of inflammation. The antispasmodic properties of the oil's active ingredients are also used to alleviate pain, stress, anxiety and even epilepsy. This is explained by the effect on the GABA neurotransmitter - the most important of the human inhibitory neurotransmitters.

Probably the most promising properties of basil oil are still being researched by scientists. It is a cytotoxic potential, i.e. the ability to force cancer cells to die. As of today, the primary concerns that basil oil is effective against colon cancer and leukemia, but research is still ongoing.

Finally, it is important to mention properties with a smaller medical caliber, but with a wide and widespread use. Basil oil turns out to be surprisingly discouraging to insects and can be used to protect people, rooms and plants. Scientific experiments show that it even has the ability to destroy the larvae of many species of pests.

The Various Uses of Basil Oil

Like most aromatherapy oils, basil oil can be used in a variety of ways. Traditional diffusion in the fireplace is primarily used to improve the smell in the room and alleviate psychological ills - stress, anxiety, sleepiness. However, for intensive operation, a more concentrated application is necessary.

The most popular methods of using basil oil include:

  • diluting it in a base oil, e.g. jojoba or coconut oil, and applying it to sore muscles, abdomen, gums, chest or even drops in the ear;
  • adding a few drops of essential oil to water or the liquid used to clean countertops, fixtures, etc.
  • spraying with water to protect against insects;
  • steam inhalation in the case of colds or flu;
  • adding to the bath.

Officially, basil oil can also be consumed, but only if you have a high-quality 100% product and rational dosage. Most often, it is recommended to add a few drops to refreshing drinks such as homemade lemonade, salads or soups - in addition to antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, we will also benefit from an attractive taste, perfectly matching Mediterranean cuisine full of vegetables. Some sources also state that for therapeutic purposes, you can take one drop of basil oil mixed in 1 tablespoon of honey once a day.

Precautions and contraindications when using basil oil

However, basil oil can also be harmful! It is strongly discouraged to use it in pregnant women, in whom it may cause hormonal disorders. Moreover, patients with epilepsy and young children should avoid it.

As an intensive preparation, it can also cause unwanted skin reactions - mainly hypersensitivity, burning, pain, redness, rash. Therefore, before the first use, it is worth carrying out an allergy test on the forearm, and in the event of a reaction, give up use.

Additional information

Do not use if you are allergic to any of the oil's ingredients; not to be used by pregnant women and children without consulting a doctor first.
Chemotype: methyl chavicol.
Smell: spicy, herbal.
Each of the ingredients is 100% natural.
GMO Free - free from genetically modified ingredients.
Not Tested On Animals - has not been tested on animals.
The cosmetic can only be used externally (do not use internally - do not drink).
Always use diluted for skin contact.
Protect eyes from direct contact with the oil.
Store in a tightly closed dark glass bottle in a cool and dark place.
Shake the bottle before each use.

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