Formula: 33146 Difficulty level: beginner Shelf life: min 12 months Phase Ingredients Total 100 gr A Soy Wax 90,8 gr B Cosmetic pigment oxide 27 Violet 0,2 gr B Basil Tropical essential oil 1 gr B...
Basil Tropical Organic essential oil
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Description
Tropical Basil (Ocimum basilicum CT Methylchavicol) is the more powerful and penetrating variant of the basil family, entirely different from sweet Mediterranean basil or the Linalool chemotype. Methylchavicol (estragole), its dominant compound, grants it an intense, spicy, and slightly aniseed aroma, along with a predominantly antispasmodic and nervous tonic profile, highly valued in traditional aromatherapy for states of tension, contractures, and chronic fatigue. It is an aromatherapy oil par excellence- less oriented toward cosmetics, and more toward targeted intervention.
air Olfactory profile: Powerfully herbaceous, spicy, sweetish, and slightly aniseed. A top-to-middle note with good persistence.
Ingredients: Tropical Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum Basilicum Oil)
*100% of the total ingredients come from organic farming
COSMOS ORGANIC certified by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the COSMOS standard
100% pure and natural, E.O.B.B.D., full spectrum, unfractionated, undiluted
Obtained by steam distillation from the aerial parts · CT: Methylchavicol
encrypted_add_circle Cosmetic Properties and Benefits
- Potent antispasmodic: Traditionally used for the care of contractured muscles and areas with localized tension, acting as an active ingredient in massage oils for contractures, cramps, and muscular stiffness.
- Skin tonic and purifier: Contributes to a balanced skin appearance, serving as a functional ingredient in body hygiene formulas and massage products.
- Natural deodorant: Its purifying properties and persistent aroma recommend it for deodorant formulas and personal hygiene products.
- Herbaceous-spicy fragrance: Brings a distinctive note to soaps, shower gels, and rinse-off products, its aroma holds up well in wash-off formulas.
air_freshener Aromatherapeutic Properties
- Nervous tonic and balancer: Traditionally used for states of chronic fatigue, overwork, and nervous exhaustion, standing as one of the reference oils for rebalancing the nervous system in traditional aromatherapy.
- Antispasmodic in aromatherapy: Traditionally used for comfort during states of nervous tension, restlessness, and functional spasms, via massage or diffusion.
- Mental clarity and concentration: Its penetrating and vigorous aroma contributes to a state of alertness and focus, highly useful during periods of intellectual burnout.
hub Recommended Synergies
Antispasmodic, muscle, and cramp massage: Marjoram Essential Oil, Copaiba Essential Oil, Organic Lavender Essential Oil, St. John's Wort Oil, Arnica Oil.
Nervous tonic and balance (diffuser): Organic Petitgrain Essential Oil, Copaiba Essential Oil, Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil.
Natural deodorant: Organic Palmarosa Essential Oil, Organic Petitgrain Essential Oil, Manuka Essential Oil, Sage Essential Oil.
Perfumery: Organic Petitgrain Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil, Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil, Organic Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil.
Practical Applications and DIY Recipes
Organic Tropical Basil Essential Oil is used exclusively as an ingredient in cosmetic preparations and aromatherapeutic compositions, in small concentrations and for short periods. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Use with prudence. For dosages, consult the IFRA certificate attached to the product.
digital_wellbeing Body Care
- Antispasmodic massage oil: Combined with Marjoram and Copaiba essential oils, diluted in St. John's Wort Oil for massaging areas experiencing muscle cramps or contractures.
- Spine massage oil: Combined with Organic Petitgrain essential oil, diluted in Arnica Oil. Applied with slow strokes along the spine to help balance the vegetative nervous system.
- Solid deodorant: Combined with Organic Palmarosa essential oil, incorporated into melted Murumuru Butter alongside baking soda and starch.
home_and_garden Household Use
- Tonic room spray: A few drops of Basil and a few of Litsea Cubeba, dissolved in Cosmetic Alcohol and topped with distilled water. Creates a fresh, citrusy-herbaceous, and energizing atmosphere.
air_freshener Aromatherapy & Diffusion
- "Clarity" Blend: Basil + Organic Petitgrain + Litsea Cubeba in the diffuser, a green-citrusy trio for focus and combating mental fatigue. Diffuse for a maximum of 10–15 minutes.
- "Nervous Balance" Blend: Basil + Copaiba + Bergamot, to soothe states of tension and restlessness. Copaiba adds a balsamic depth and a distinct calming effect.
fragrance DIY Perfumery
- Spicy-herbal note: Tropical basil brings a powerful and slightly aniseed herbaceous character to fougère or oriental compositions. Dose carefully. It blends well with Organic Petitgrain, Bergamot, and Organic Cedarwood Atlas for clean, green accords with excellent depth.
Questions and Answers (FAQ)
Q: What is the difference between CT Methylchavicol and CT Linalool, why does the chemotype matter?
A: They feature completely different profiles. CT Linalool is gentle and sweet, with wide cosmetic use. CT Methylchavicol, this one, is dominated by estragole, a powerful phenylpropanoid with remarkable antispasmodic properties but stricter usage restrictions. Its aroma is more intense, its primary application lies within aromatherapy and massage, and its usage periods must be short. They are not interchangeable.
Q: Why is it recommended to use it for short periods only?
A: Methylchavicol belongs to the phenylpropanoid class, a category of compounds with high biological activity that can be problematic at high doses or during prolonged use. At the correct cosmetic dosages in compliance with IFRA, the oil is safe. However, the precautionary principle suggests using it in cycles: a few days of active use followed by a break, similar to other oils with a high phenylpropanoid content.
Q: The scent is very different from culinary basil, is it the same product?
A: It is the same botanical genus (Ocimum basilicum), but a different chemotype and origin. The culinary basil we know from the kitchen is generally CT Linalool or CT Eugenol, featuring a sweeter, more familiar aroma. CT Methylchavicol possesses a more penetrating aroma; you recognize the basil character, but you might not expect it to be this intense.
Technical Data, Warnings
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum L.
INCI: Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Botanical family: Lamiaceae
Chemotype: CT Methylchavicol
Obtaining method: steam distillation from the aerial parts
Certification: COSMOS ORGANIC · Ecocert Greenlife · E.O.B.B.D.
Product for cosmetic, aromatic, and perfumery use. Do not apply undiluted to the skin.
Use for short intervals, with breaks.
Store in a dry and cool place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
For dilutions in accordance with legal regulations, consult the IFRA certificate attached to the product on the website.
Sensitive individuals should perform a tolerance test; perform a skin patch test in the bend of the elbow 24 hours before use. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive mucous membranes. In case of an accident, rinse abundantly with a vegetable oil.
For use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, in case of chronic diseases, for the elderly, or for young children, the recommendation is to consult a doctor.
Bibliography and Sources
- Tisserand, R., & Young, R. - Essential Oil Safety (2nd ed.) - safety profile of methylchavicol (estragole), usage restrictions, and distinction between basil chemotypes.
- Franchomme, P., & Pénoël, D. - L'Aromathérapie Exactement - classification of phenylpropanoids, CT Methylchavicol profile, and antispasmodic applications in clinical aromatherapy.
- Politeo, O. et al. - “Chemical composition and biological activity of essential oil of Ocimum basilicum” (Food Chemistry, 2007).
Details
Code
D-1327
Categories
Status
100% pure and natural, Cosmos Organic, E.O.B.B.D. botanically and biochemically defined
Chemotip
Methylchavicol
Fragrance note
middle note, top note
Suitable for
aromatherapy, bath, soaps
Key benefits
analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, digestive, general tonic
Specific indications
fatigue, exhaustion, headaches, muscle cramps, rheumatism, arthritis, stress, tension
Body care
Lotion bars, Massage oils, Ointments
Hygiene
Shampoos, Shower gels, Soaps
Solubility
in ethyl alcohol, in oil
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight, keep out of the reach of children
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Balan L.
05 Mar 2025
I find this basil sweeter. I use it in natural soaps. Exceptional quality
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Liliana M.
10 Dec 2024
Great perfume! A real dope, I'd only stand with the bottle to my nose! It really is the king of spices!
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Catalin M.
10 Oct 2024
I love the combination of this oil with frankincense. The resulting scent is masculine. The quality is very good. I highly recommend it.
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Claudia C.
10 Oct 2024
Great in massage oil, relaxes the body, clears the mind, relaxes muscle spasms
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Dorina G.
10 Oct 2024
I too use this oil for massage, as someone said below, usually after a stressful day at work and in moments of relaxation as a couple. Ever since I bought it, my husband knows when he smells that I need a massage. I love the smell of basil, for me it's uplifting and balancing.
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Miki M.
05 Jan 2024
I use this oil for headaches especially along with other oils,but also in deodorants creams and soaps.
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Anamaria H.
05 Jan 2024
An essential oil with a very strong, refreshing and lingering scent. I have used this in soap and in a pulse perfume.
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Maria Florentina E.
05 Oct 2023
Its flavor so fresh,influences my start for the whole day . Very fresh and revitalized!
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Cecilia P.
05 Apr 2022
faithful to the description I studied a list of 27 anti-inflammatory essential oils, and along with other essential oils, I got it for ozonated and ointment on the skin for bones affected by cancer with good effect! glad to find it here and a few ml, and everyone can afford and can buy it often!
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Irina D.
05 Jan 2022
It has a great smell, extremely pleasant, and strong. I use it in several types of products, shower gels, soaps and even massage oil.
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Monica
01 May 2021
It smells f. fain.
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Petronela Lezeriuc
23 Feb 2021
I use it in combination with neem oil, thyme, cloves and cinnamon, it results in a very good anti-infective blend. I recommend!
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Ligia Z.
06 Aug 2020
I love basil, and although this is nice, I just wish it had a more powerful smell to it. Works great with with eucalyptus, mint and tea tree oil.