Description
This plant is popularly used in aromatherapy, where it is extracted from the leaves, stems and flowers. It is most popularly used in aromatherapy and its aromatic oil is widely applied for treatment of respiratory problems, stress, pain, and also in insect repellents. This plant is used in aromatherapy as a substitute for some of the more expensive fragrances available in the market. There are many uses of this herb that have been discovered to date. This oil is commonly used to treat burns and bruises, headache, nausea, and sinus infections among others.
One of the major uses of this herb is that of aromatherapy oil, which is extracted from the leaves and stem of the basil plant. The essential oils of basil are usually concentrated and then made into a spray which is used for a number of medicinal purposes. Other uses of this oil include use in hair care, skin care, hair styling, as a body wash and even soap and deodorant. It can be also found in many kitchen recipes.