Basil Essential Oil

Basil essential oil is a type of essential oil commonly used in aromatherapy. Sourced from the basilica plant, basil essential oil is said to offer a variety of health benefits. Basil essential oil contains several compounds thought to enhance health. These compounds include a substance shown to reduce stress in several scientific studies.

In aromatherapy, inhaling the aroma of basil essential oil (or absorbing basil essential oil through the skin) is thought to transmit messages to a brain region involved in controlling emotions. When combined with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, or avocado), basil essential oil can be applied directly to the skin or added to baths.

Basil essential oil is used in the Blood Circulation and Insomnia & Stress massage oil blend treatment at Oriental Massage Galway (OMG).