Skip to product information
1 of 7

Essentially Natural

Essentially Natural Basil Pure Essential Oil

Essentially Natural Basil Pure Essential Oil

Regular price R 49.00
Regular price Sale price R 49.00
Liquid error (snippets/price line 157): divided by 0 Sold out

Low stock – please enquire

INCI: Ocimum basilicum oil

Essentially Natural Basil Pure Essential Oil is a steam distilled essential oil from basil leaves and flowering tops, with a warm, spicy-herbal aroma. It is commonly used in aromatherapy for fresh, uplifting blends and focus-friendly diffuser routines. This is a concentrated aromatic ingredient and should be diluted before topical use. It is also popular in summer blends and in insect-bite style topical mixes when properly diluted.

This product is certified: Vegan and Beauty Without Cruelty.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.
  • Ingredient: Basil essential oil
  • Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
  • Form: Liquid essential oil
  • Aroma: Warm, spicy, herbal
  • Solubility: Oil soluble (not water soluble)
  • Typical Usage Rate: 0.5% to 2% in body products
  • Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from light and heat
  • Size Options: 10ml, 20ml, 30ml (pipette top), 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L
  • Blends Well With: bergamot, clary sage, citronella, geranium or lime

    This product is commonly used to:

  • Add a spicy-herbal note to diffuser blends
  • Support clear-feeling seasonal aromatherapy routines
  • Include in focus-style diffuser blends
  • Add to diluted topical blends for post-outdoor skin comfort routines
  • Scent soaps, balms, and massage oils

    This product is suitable for:

  • Aromatherapy users who enjoy warm herbal scents
  • Makers creating uplifting diffuser and body blends
  • Customers looking for a crisp herb note in seasonal blends
  • This product is not:

  • Undiluted skin use
  • Very sensitive skin without careful patch testing
  • As a Diffuser Oil: Add 3 to 6 drops to a diffuser for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • As a Steam Routine: Add a few drops to hot water and inhale gently with eyes closed.
  • As a Quick Aroma Reset: Place 1 to 2 drops on a tissue and inhale briefly.
  • As a Topical Blend: Dilute into a carrier oil before applying to skin.
  • For external use only, do not ingest or take internally
  • Always dilute before skin application
  • Patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets

Q: Why does basil essential oil vary in scent between types?
A: Basil has several varieties and natural aromatic profiles, which can shift the scent from sweeter to more spice-forward.

Q: Can I use basil oil in a roll-on blend?
A: Yes, if properly diluted into a carrier oil and patch tested first.

Q: Does basil oil work well with citrus?
A: Yes, basil pairs especially well with bright citrus notes for fresh, uplifting blends.

About Essential Oils In General

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary. Read our quick guide: Essential Oils

View full details