Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Essential Oil — 10 ml

Introduction
Holy Basil, known in Thailand as kaphrao and in India as Tulsi, is one of Asia’s most sacred plants. Its essential oil is prized for its warm, spicy-herbal aroma and its role in traditional medicine and spirituality. At Herbsmetics, we bring this revered oil into our Perfume & Aromatherapy Workshops in Phuket, where participants discover how its bold scent and cultural depth can enrich both fragrance blends and wellness practices.

Aroma Profile

• Top Notes: Spicy, peppery, with a hint of clove.
• Heart Notes: Herbal, green, and slightly sweet.
• Base Nuance: Warm and earthy, grounding the brighter elements.

The fragrance is powerful and invigorating — sharper than sweet basil — with a characteristic “sacred” quality that has made it central to ritual and healing traditions.

Origins & Cultural Heritage
Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is revered across Asia, particularly in India and Thailand:

• In Ayurveda, Tulsi is called the “Queen of Herbs” for its role in promoting longevity, balance, and spiritual clarity.
• In Thai culture, Holy Basil (kaphrao) is not only a healing herb but also a beloved ingredient in cuisine, most famously in the dish Pad Kaphrao.
• Used in rituals and meditation, it symbolizes purity, protection, and divine connection.

This duality — as both a culinary staple and a sacred plant — gives Holy Basil its unique cultural and aromatic identity.

Production & Extraction
Holy Basil essential oil is produced by steam distillation of fresh leaves and flowering tops.

• Method: Steam carefully extracts its bioactive compounds such as eugenol, methyl eugenol, and caryophyllene, which provide its warm-spicy profile.
• Quality: Pure and undiluted, with no synthetic additives.
• Authenticity: Freshly sourced from traditional growers in Thailand.

Benefits & Unique Advantages

• Stress Relief & Clarity: Promotes calm, mental focus, and emotional balance.
• Immune Support: Traditionally used to strengthen the body’s resilience.
• Respiratory Health: Helps clear airways and ease breathing.
• Spiritual Uplift: Enhances meditation, prayer, and rituals.
• Perfumery Value: Adds a bold, spicy-green edge that enriches herbal and oriental compositions.

Workshop Relevance
At the Herbsmetics Perfume Workshops in Phuket, Holy Basil offers a profound sensory experience:

• As a heart note, it creates a strong herbal core in blends.
• Participants often pair it with sandalwood, frankincense, or citrus oils for grounding yet uplifting compositions.
• In diffusers, it creates a meditative atmosphere, perfect for reflection and balance.

Guests often find Holy Basil to be one of the most spiritually inspiring oils in the workshop.

Example Uses

• Perfumery: Blend with sandalwood, clove, or lime for deep, exotic fragrances.
• Diffuser: Use during meditation or yoga to promote clarity and calm.
• Massage Oils: Dilute in a carrier oil for grounding, warming massage blends.
• Skincare: Traditionally applied in diluted form to support clear skin.
• Spiritual Rituals: Ideal for cleansing spaces or enhancing mindfulness practices.

Why Choose Herbsmetics Holy Basil Oil?

• Authentic Thai-sourced Holy Basil, distilled with care.
• Deeply rooted in both spiritual heritage and modern wellness.
• A rare essential oil that combines aromatic power, cultural meaning, and therapeutic benefits.
• Featured in our Phuket workshops, where guests discover its sacred and creative potential.

👉 Perfect for those seeking an authentic sacred herb oil that brings together spiritual tradition, cultural depth, and aromatic uniqueness.