The Wonderful Basil Essential Oil Benefits

Basil oil extracted from the Ocimum Besilicum Plant. It is popularly known as Queen of the herb. Check out the basil essential oil benefits for health.

Chemical Compound

• A-Pinene
• Camphene
• B-Pinene
• Myrcene
• Limonene
• Cis-Ocimene
• Camphor
• Linalool
• Methyl Chavicol
• Y-Terpineol
• Citronellol
• Geraniol
• Methyl Cinnamate
• Eugenol

Nutrition Info (per 100 g)

Basil Essential Oil Uses

1. Basil Oil Benefits for Skin

Basil Oil has the ability to kill bacteria. It helps to treat Skin Conditions like

• Itchy Skin
• Acne
• Promote Healthy Skin

2. Relieve Stress and Anxiety

By its calming nature, it used in Aromatherapy. It helps to reduce stress and anxiety. It could help to treat depression, Alzheimer’s inhuman.

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3. Basil Essential Oil for Hair Growth

By its tonic and soothing property, it helps for hair treatment. It promotes hair growth and makes strong.

4. Relieve Pain

Basil Oil is an Essential oil which helps for pain relief. It is often used in the treatment for

• Scars
• Sprains
• Burns
• Headache
• Surgical recovery
• Arthritis
• Bruises

5. Promote Digestion

Basil Essential Oil used to treat various digestive problems like

• Bloating
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Indigestion
• Acid Reflux
• Stomach Cramps

Other Benefits of Basil Essential Oil

1. Eye care
2. Muscle Relaxant
3. Prevent Vomiting
4. Improve Blood Circulation
5. Treat UTI
6. Earache
7. Mouth Ulcer
8. Fight with allergies

[Read: Benefits of Clove Oil]

Side Effects

1. By using an excess of oil, It may cause skin irritation.
2. It may reduce Blood count (1, 2, 3)

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