Tinderbox Basil Essential Oil
Ocimum basilicum
Basil essential oil reigned so supreme in ancient times it was dubbed the ‘royal oil’ and the word basilicum derives from the Greek word Basilicos meaning king or royal. Basil essential oil is cultivated throughout Europe and the USA, despite the plant originating from Asia and Africa.
Aroma
Top Note
Perfume
Hot piercing scent, tangy, slightly spicy.
Blends Well With
Bergamot, black pepper, clary-sage, geranium, lavender, neroli, sandalwood and verbena.
Part of Plant Used
Leaves, flowers
Type of Extraction
Steam distilled
Origin
Origin of Raw Material: Vietnam
Country of Processing: France
Precautions
Stupefying in high doses. Avoid in pregnancy. Irritant for sensitive skin.
Tinderbox Products Containing Basil Essential Oil
Memory Blend, Foot Massage Oil, Relaxation Massage Oil, Blue Fire Perfume, Chakra Trust Perfume, Chakra Insight Perfume, Beard Oil, Divine Travel Balm.