Essential Oils - B

Common Uses: Since ancient times, Basil has been treasured for its efficiency in combating respiratory infections, digestive problems and jaundice. Massaging the stomach with Basil essential oil can ease digestive difficulties. Some even consider it an aphrodisiac.

Common Uses: Bay Laurel essential oil can boost the immune system and help ward off viral and bacterial infections. It can also help indigestion and relieve gas. The fragrance alone deters insects like grain weevils and moths.

Common Uses: The essential oil of Benzoin is used for healing in many countries around the world due to its antiseptic, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, deodorizing, diuretic, expectorant, sedative and vulnerary properties.

Common Uses: Bergamot essential oil can minimize the discomfort and hasten the healing of cold sores and other herpes infections, as well as mouth ulcers. It alleviates the pain of shingles and chickenpox, which are also caused by a herpes virus, varicella zoster.

Common Uses: Used as a spice for thousands of years as a culinary and medicinal preparation. Once regarded as a valuable spice worthy of economic trade and societal prestige. A great oil to use in small quantities in blends. Its' aphrodisiac, carminative and mildly expectorant properties are very soothing.