The Basilisk contains a high percentage of the active ingredient called methylchavicol. Methylchavicol has antispasmodic, muscle-relaxing, and calming properties. It also contains a percentage of linalool, which is a recognized calming agent and anxiolytic.
Identification
Name on label: Basil Essential Oil
Botanical species: Basil
Family : Lamiaceae
Part used: Flowering plant
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Origin: India
Main constituents: Estragole (methylechavicol) and Linalool
Uses: Massages, inhalations, diffusions
Properties for external use
- Antispasmodic
- Pain relief
- Calming and anti-stress
- Bactericidal and antiseptic
- Carminative
- Relaxing, sedative, and calming
Main uses for external use
- Reduction of bloating and aerophagia of the digestive tract through cutaneous massage
- Reduction of arthritic or rheumatic pain
- Helps to reduce states of stress and anxiety through inhalation or diffusion
User manuals
Massage: To achieve a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of vegetable oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.
Essential oil diffuser: Add 15 drops of essential oil to a diffuser for 10 to 15 minutes for a room of 10' X 12' (3 m X 4 m) or according to the size of the room.
Dry inhalation: Apply 2 or 3 drops of essential oil on a tissue and breathe in for two minutes, morning and evening to help reduce stress levels.
Recommendations and precautions for use
Attention : Do not use in case of anticoagulant treatment
IMPORTANT : KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAMES, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE.
