Botanical and common names:

Ocimum basilicum

Plant family:

Labiatae or Laamiaceae

Personality profiles:

clarifying, uplifting, stimulating

Main properties:

Linalool

Eugenol

Methyl chavicol

Beta-Caryophyllene

Effects & Benefits:

Assists concentration, good for stress related allergies, depression and headaches.

Insect repellant, muscle and joint aches

Contraindications:

Avoid Basil Oil during pregnancy

Irritant to people with sensitive skin

Toxic Effects:

Methyl Chavicol (partially metabolises into Estragole) is a suspected carcinogen

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