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ESSENTIAL OILS

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Sweet Basil, Ocimum Basilicum

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Botanical Source: herb- leaves and flowering tops

Physical and Psychological Effects: great oil when you need to be focused. It uplifts and aids concentration. It gets you through the work day.

Blends Well With: bergamot, black pepper, cedarwood, Roman chamomile, clarysage, coriander, cypress, eucalyptus, fennel, geranium, ginger, lime, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon ,marjoram, orange, palmarosa, rosemary, tea tree

Fragrance: top to middle note. Sharp, warm, deep and spicy aroma. sweet basil is uplifting. It is not subtle, but it becomes sweeter and softer as it evaporates.

Cautions: it should be avoided in pregnancy. It may irritate sensitive skin. Avoid with history of estrogen dependant cancer.