Basil Essential Oil, Steam Distilled 50ml

Crisp, green and unmistakably herbal, this basil essential oil brings the bright scent of crushed basil leaves into a diffuser, burner or blending ritual. Steam distilled from the flowering herb of Ocimum basilicum in India, it has a clean, aromatic character that feels clear-edged and quietly focused.

Crisp green scent and character

• The first impression is fresh and herbaceous, with the sharp, leafy lift you expect from basil.
• Its greenish-yellow oil carries a clean aromatic edge, suited to moments when a room wants a fresher mood.
• Use it where you want a botanical scent rather than something sweet, floral or heavy.
• It blends naturally into mindful home rituals, from a quiet morning diffuser to a simple evening burner.
• The aroma feels garden-like and direct, with the familiar brightness of the basil plant at its centre.

Flowering herb, steam distilled in India

This basil essential oil is made from the flowering herb of Ocimum basilicum, sourced from India and extracted by steam distillation.

The bottle shown is dark amber with a black ribbed cap, helping the oil feel practical and easy to keep among other aromatherapy blends.

How basil sits in tradition

Basil has a long place in Indian devotional and household practice, especially in connection with prayer. Here, that background gives the oil a sense of cultural rootedness. In modern aromatherapy, basil is often chosen for its crisp, green presence and its association with clarity, attention and steady intention.

Using it in your space

Add a small amount to a diffuser or oil burner according to your device’s instructions. For topical use, dilute properly in a carrier oil first and patch test before wider use.

Keep the bottle closed between uses and store it away from direct heat. Avoid use during pregnancy or with children under 16.

Size and details

• Volume: 50 ml.
• Weight: 110 g.
• Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum.
• Plant part used: flowering herb.
• Extraction method: steam distillation.
• Country of origin: India.

A thoughtful aromatherapy gift

It suits someone who enjoys green, herbal scents and likes building their own aromatherapy blends at home. A good choice for a diffuser lover, a natural fragrance enthusiast, or anyone drawn to the clean scent of kitchen-garden herbs.

Common questions

Can I apply it directly to skin?
No. Essential oils should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil before topical use, and a patch test is sensible before applying more widely.

What does basil essential oil smell like?
It smells crisp, green and herbaceous, with the recognisable aromatic brightness of basil rather than a sweet or floral profile.