Where are my “not enough hours in the day” people at? You know this girl often has both hands in the air at that question! Don’t worry, I got your back today – I think you might love what I’m about to share with you!
Known emotionally as the oil of renewal, Basil is all about helping fight fatigue. In fact, that’s probably my favorite way to use it! When you live life by the seat of your plants, always flying from one thing to the next, it can drain you just a wee bit. Lean on Basil to help you in those instances. Some of the highlights of using Basil essential oil would be to help relieve feelings of tension, cooling the body, adrenal support and stress relief! Moms also love Basil too when their littles are dealing with ear discomfort – they swear by putting a drop on a cottonball, swiping it around the ear and down the neck and then ripping off a small piece of the cottonball and sticking it loosely in the ear. Try that next time!
Another way people love to use Basil is in their cooking!! Check out this recipe (click here or on the picture) for Basil Spinach Pesto and whip that up next time you’re at a loss for what to cook. Not loving this recipe? Check out all the others on my Cooking with Essential Oils board on Pinterest!
If you’re wanting a little more info on using Basil for adrenal support, in doTERRA’s Empowered Life series on Immune and Respiratory Health Roxane Bybee shares a really potent way to use Basil for just that! This entire video is incredible, but if you want to check out Roxane’s suggestion on using Basil, fast forward to the 9ish minute mark!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=568&v=h4NBlo-4kd0
Uses
- Diffuse to promote a sense of focus while studying or reading.
- Combine with Geranium and Wild Orange essential oils for an uplifting aromatic massage.
- Add to your favorite Italian dishes for a refreshing taste.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Want some more ideas on using Basil? Check out my Pinterest board here!
I’d love to hear your favorite ways you’re using Basil, absolutely share them with me in the comments!
Stay tuned for next week’s oil spotlight!!
xoxo
