The Benefits and Correct Ways to Use Basil Essential Oil
Basil is a plant of the order Lamiales, family Lamiaceae, genus Ocimum. It is an aromatic plant used both as medicine and as food, with a flavor resembling fennel. The whole plant is compact, with emerald-green leaves and brightly colored flowers, full of fragrance. It is native to tropical Asia, is very sensitive to cold, and grows best in hot and dry environments.
How to use basil essential oil
1. Improving the skin: apply by rubbing in to improve sagging, aging skin, cleanse sebum blockages and prevent acne; its skin-nourishing function is quite good.
50 ml lotion + 5 drops basil + 2 drops rosemary + 4 drops rose
2. Women's care: massage, stimulates the action of female hormones, is effective for scanty menstruation and difficulty conceiving; postpartum women can use it to treat breast engorgement and to expel the afterbirth.
16 ml sweet almond oil + 4 ml grape seed oil + 5 drops basil + 3 drops marjoram + 2 drops rosemary
3. Respiratory system: steam inhalation, treats coughs and colds, helps with nasal congestion; use by inhalation to treat headaches and migraines;
2 drops basil + 2 drops pine + 1 drop benzoin
4. Nervous system: aromatherapy, can relieve stress during nervous fatigue, nervous insomnia and mental exhaustion.
4 drops basil + 3 drops lavender + 2 drops Roman chamomile
5. Digestive system: massage, its antibacterial action can be used to cleanse the stomach and intestines, treating vomiting, stomach cramps, nausea, hiccups and indigestion.
16 ml sweet almond oil + 4 ml wheat germ oil + 5 drops basil + 3 drops peppermint + 2 drops Roman chamomile
6. Muscular system: massage, relieves muscle pain, promotes blood circulation and relieves muscle spasms.
4 ml wheat germ oil + 16 ml avocado oil + 5 drops basil + 3 drops marjoram + 2 drops rosemary
7. Aromatherapy: strong penetrating power, quite strong in uplifting the mood, effective for depression and listlessness.
4 drops basil + 4 drops lemon + 2 drops juniper berry