Botanical Name - Holy Basil - Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum.
Plant Origin - India.
Oil taken from - Flowering tops and leaves.
Extraction Method - Steam distillation.
Aroma Description - A warm and herbaceous spicy sweet aroma with clove-
like undertones.
Traditional uses for Holy Basil Essential Oil include -
Used for centuries by many cultures for its reputed health giving benefits, Holy Basil - also known as Tulsi - is an excellent addition to a professional or enthusiastic amateurs Essential Oil selection.
Holy Basil is a balancing Essential Oil that will help aid relaxation when stressed & tense or invigorate when tired and lacking energy. It helps to clear negative emotions and provide focus.
Holy Basil is rich in anti-oxidants, which help to scavenge and remove free radicals from the body and in turn - when regularly used - help improve the signs of ageing.
This Essential Oil has a high anti-inflammatory index, making it useful for soothing joint and muscular stiffness & pain. It has also been used traditionally to assist in relief from Eczema and dry skin types.
When burnt Holy Basil Essential Oil is soothing and calming to an overworked mind. It helps promote focus, and in this respect is often used during meditation to centre the mind and body. It is also useful to promote restful sleep patterns.
Holy Basil blends well with -
Sandalwood, Lime, Pink Grapefruit, Rosemary, Peppermint, Geranium, Cananga and Cedarwood Essential Oils amongst many others.
Mantra Aromatherapy's Holy Basil Essential Oil is -
A pure and neat Essential Oil that has not been blended/adulterated or diluted in any way.
It is a Vegan product that is cruelty free.
Is presented for retail in a pharmaceutical grade brown glass bottle with a tamper proof cap and its own dripper insert for ease of use.
Each product purchased is freshly decanted from verified stock in the Uk in Wales.
Mantra Aromatherapy's Holy Basil Essential Oil is a Therapeutic Grade product and can be used as part of a Holistic treatment.
Product Safety -
Always store pure Essential Oils/Absolute Oils in brown glass bottles in an upright position with their cap firmly secured in place.
To maximise the shelf life of any Essential Oil/Absolute Oil it should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool, dry environment. - A medicine cabinet is ideal!
Essential Oils/Absolute Oils should never be -
taken internally,
put on the skin without being correctly diluted first.
never be put in or near the eyes nor put on areas of damaged or inflamed skin.
they should be stored away from children and used with caution around babies, small children and pets.
care and Medical advice should be taken before using Essential Oils/Absolute Oils if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have a medical condition.
Always patch test before using any new Essential Oil/Absolute Oil.
Please note - important information -
Disclaimer for Mantra Aromatherapy's Essential Oils, Absolute Oils and
Products -
The section on the Traditional Uses of Essential Oils/Absolute Oils is just that - what each Essential Oil/Absolute Oil has been used for Traditionally by generations of users.
Mantra Aromatherapy are not making any medical claims for the uses of any of the Essential Oils/Absolute Oils/Products we sell.
Essential Oils/Absolute Oils should not be used to treat, cure or prevent any medical condition and they should not be used to substitute mainstream medical treatments.
We reflect only what has been written about the reputed traditional uses of each Essential Oil/Absolute Oil to help guide you to a starting point for your own personal requirements, enjoyment and research.