Basil Essential Oil

Basil Essential Oil

Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum

AromaSense Basil Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of basil grown in Central Macedonia, Greece.

This particular basil oil shows a naturally high linalool content balanced by fresh herbaceous aromatic compounds, contributing to its softer floral-herbaceous character while still retaining the vibrant freshness traditionally associated with basil essential oil.

Aromatic profile

• Fresh
• Herbaceous
• Softly floral
• Lightly sweet
• Subtly spicy

How basil essential oil is traditionally used

In aromatherapy, basil essential oil has traditionally been valued in blends intended to support mental clarity, concentration, and freshness.

Its lively herbal aroma also makes it popular in respiratory-focused diffuser blends and in formulations designed for fatigue, sluggishness, or mentally demanding environments.

The naturally high linalool content contributes to the oil’s softer and more rounded aromatic profile while still maintaining the fresh herbal qualities basil essential oil is known for.

Blends well with

Basil essential oil blends particularly well with bergamot, clary sage, geranium, lavender, lemon, lime, marjoram, neroli, rosemary, and sandalwood.

Extraction method

Basil essential oil is extracted using steam distillation.

During this process, steam passes through the basil plant material, helping release the aromatic volatile compounds from the leaves and flowering tops.

Plant origin

This particular Basil Essential Oil originates from Central Macedonia, Greece.

Good to know

• Steam distilled essential oil
• Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
• Origin: Central Macedonia, Greece
• Extracted from basil leaves and flowering tops
• Fresh herbaceous aroma with soft floral undertones
• High naturally occurring linalool content

Safety

For external aromatic use only.

Basil essential oil may not be suitable during pregnancy or for young children. Avoid excessive topical use and always dilute appropriately before skin application.

If you have sensitive skin or medical concerns, seek professional advice before use.