Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Basil
Basil oil comes from the leaves and flowers of Ocimum basilicum plants.
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Properties edit
Emotional edit
Soothes anxiety and depression.
Respiratory edit
Relieves sinus congestion and bronchitis.
Skin edit
Helps acne and soothes insect bites.
Caution edit
- Don't use basil oil during pregnancy.
- It may irritate sensitive skin.