Holy Basil (Tulsi)
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Holy Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum sanctum / Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Sacred plant revered in India for its meditative properties ~ Holy Basil Essential Oil is used for attracting positive energy. Tulsi extract increases focus, clarity, awareness and demonstrates warm, rich-eugenol notes through its herbaceous nature.
- Adaptogen (stress reduction)
- Anti-bacterial
- Anti-diabetic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Cardio protection
- Common colds/flu
- Deepen meditative practice
- Hepato-protective
- Mood elevation
- Reflective introspection
- Upset stomach
Aromatic Scent: Sweet euphoric, clove-like herb with hints of balsamic-anise & allspice notes.
How to Use
- Upon vaporization of one drop a deeper meditative space is achieved with some individuals reporting increased mental clarity and focus.
- In a diffuser tulsi can invigorate and purify-stimulating mental clarity for meditation, home, or the office (One of my vendors stated that they measured about a 30% increase in sales by using tulsi oil in their diffuser at their office).
- Not recommended for topical use - extreme dilution is needed [ie. 1-2 drops per 1 oz carrier oil (0.16-0.33%)] since eugenol is present in tulsi.
- Incredible tulsi tea! Heat 8-16 oz of water and infuse one drop; mix well and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes while some of the tulsi oil evaporates off. Breathing in the steam initially after the tulsi oil is added to the hot water may irritate your lungs/eyes, as it's highly concentrated.
- Difficult to cook or flavor food with since it's so strong. I've had success with 1 drop smirred on a large avocado.
- For internal use, try placing 1 drop of tulsi in an empty vegetarian capsule. May fill with fractionated coconut oil (MCT) to dilute so the body may absorb oil more effectively.
Safety Summary
Hazards: May contain methyleugenol; drug interaction; may inhibit blood clotting; skin sensitization (moderate risk); mucous membrane irritation (low risk).
Cautions (oral): May interact with pethidine, MAOIs or SSRIs. Anticoagulant medication, major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia, other bleeding disorders.
Maximum Dermal Use Level: 1%
~ Adopted from Tisserand & Young, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed. 2013 ~
Blends Well With: Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Rose-Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Laurel, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Niaouli, Blood Orange, Oregano, Peppermint, Ravintsara, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Spikenard, Tobacco Absolute
Cultivation: Organic
Country of Origin: India
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Parts of Plant Used: Flowering Tops
Terpenes: Eugenol, 1,8-Cineole, Estragole, β - Bisabolene, (Z)-α-Bisabolene, (E)-β-Ocimene, Chavicol, β-Caryophyllene, Camphene, α-Caryophyllene, β – Pinene, Germacrene D, (E)-α-Bergamotene, Methyleugenol
~ Be Blessed ~
References
- Prakash P, Gupta N. Therapeutic uses of Ocimum sanctum Linn (Tulsi) with a note on eugenol and its pharmacological actions: a short review. 2005 Apr;49(2):125-31.
- Natural Standard Database: the authority on integrative medicine. Holy basil (Ociumum sanctum L). Accessed December 10th 2013
- Kumar A, Shukla R, Singh P, Dubey NK. Chemical composition, antifungal and antiaflatoxigenic activities of Ocimum sanctum L. essential oil and its safety assessment as plant based antimicrobial. Food ChemToxicol. 2010 Feb;48(2):539-43. doi: 10.1016/j.fct.2009.11.028. Epub 2009 Nov 10.
- Suanarunsawat T, Devakul Na Ayutthaya W, Songsak T, Thirawarapan S, Poungshompoo S. Antioxidant Activity and Lipid-Lowering Effect of Essential Oils Extracted from Ocimum sanctum L. Leaves in Rats Fed with a High Cholesterol Diet. J Clin Biochem Nutr. 2010 Jan;46(1):52-9. doi: 10.3164/jcbn.09-52. Epub 2009 Dec 29.
- Tisserand, Robert, and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety. Second ed. Churchhill Livingstone, 2013. Print.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product.
Dr. Nick's Notes
In India, folklore states that no negative energy may exist in this plant’s auric field and when an individual ingests this sacrament into their body, more light & positive energy surrounds the person. It is common for families in India to grow this plant in their back yard on top of their altars. This protects the family, house and brings deep fortune & prosperity ~ Definitely a correlation with it’s common name: Holy Basil.
Tulsi (Holy Basil), translating to “the incomparable one”, has been used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years and in hindu cultures is considered a sacred as well as medicinal plant. Widely considered to have adaptogenic properties, Holy Basil essential oil can assist in adapting to stresses from environmental, physical, or chemical origins and restores balance to the body by normalization of function.
Eugenol, the major constituent of tulsi essential oil, is thought to be responsible for many properties attributed to the herbaceous shrub. In animal studies, eugenol or tulsi oil, has been shown to reduce raised blood sugar (hyperglycemia), lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels, lower liver enzymes that are diagnostic of liver damage, and have vasorelaxive properties; shedding light onto the favorable cardiovascular profile of the oil (1).
Although holy basil as a plant is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) it may have blood thinning, blood-sugar lowering, and contractive effects on uterine tissue. Therefore, caution is warranted if taking other medications that thin the blood, lower blood sugar, or are pregnant, respectively (2).
Ocimum sanctum is ridiculously purposeful and one EO that I enjoy sharing tremendously. This essence has very low water solubility unless the water is heated before adding a drop – I love having a meditative cup of tulsi tea with friends ~ 1 drop in 8-16 oz of hot water leads to a peaceful time-inside yourself. The flavor is a rich liquorice-anise flavor and the physical relaxation & mental clarity which ensues is incomparable to anything else I’ve experienced. Vaporizing tulsi is with an Essential VAAAPP is definitely my favorite method of working with this essence.
Here’s a fun story: In November 2013 Dr. Juan Acosta-Urquidi, PhD, Cellular Neurophysiology hooked me up to one of his fancy gadgets which tested for Heart Rate Variability (HRV). We decided to test to see if there were any noticable physiological changes in my body by using essential oils which could be measured by data. My subjective experience of vaporizing tulsi oil provides great psychological ease for about 1-2 hours using an Essential VAAAPP, so we selected this oil to start measuring with. What Dr. Juan observed was a decrease of VLF and elevation of LF – these shifts lasted for over an hour. Towards the end of the hour, a tiny elevation of HF was present, in addition to sub-elevated LF. My VLF was not as high as it had started which also reflected a noticeable shift. From his experience using HRV, he was rather astounded at the dramatic positive correlation that vaporizing tulsi oil with one inhalation had for such a prolonged period of time on HRV testing.
VLF – Very Low Frequency
LF – Low Frequency
HF – High Frequency
FAQs
Holy Basil Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of Ocimum tenuiflorum, capturing the plant's aromatic volatile compounds in a concentrated oil form. This is distinct from EOW's Ultrasonic Tulsi Tincture, which is a liquid extract preserving the plant's water-soluble and full-spectrum bioactive compounds including alkaloids, flavonoids, and enzymes that are not present in the essential oil. The essential oil is rich in eugenol, methyl eugenol, beta-caryophyllene, and various terpenes that give it its characteristic warm, clove-like, herbaceous aroma and its documented antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic aromatic properties. Both products honor the same sacred plant but deliver different aspects of its therapeutic intelligence through their respective formats.
Holy Basil Essential Oil has a warm, spicy, and distinctly clove-like aroma with rich herbaceous and slightly sweet undertones that set it apart from common culinary basil. Its high eugenol content gives it that characteristic warm-spice (alike clove) quality, while the green herbal freshness of the basil plant comes through as a softer secondary note. It is both invigorating and grounding simultaneously, with enough warmth to feel comforting and enough herbal brightness to feel clarifying. In natural perfumery, Holy Basil adds a distinctive spicy herbal heart note that bridges the gap between culinary herbs and warm spices. Many people find the aroma immediately uplifting and centering, consistent with Tulsi's Ayurvedic reputation as a plant that harmonizes all levels of being.
Holy Basil Essential Oil is primarily used aromatically for mental clarity, stress relief, respiratory support, and the creation of a sacred, purified atmosphere. Diffusing it during meditation or yoga practice is a classic Ayurvedic application that supports concentration, clarity, and a sense of elevated, spiritually oriented awareness. For respiratory support, its eugenol and camphoraceous constituents support open, easy breathing and make it a valuable addition to chest rub (in very low concentrations) and steam inhalation preparations. Topically diluted in a carrier, it is used for its antimicrobial properties in skin care formulations and for its warming, pain-relieving effects in muscle care blends. In energetic and space-clearing practice, Holy Basil is one of the premier purifying aromatics in the Ayurvedic tradition.
Holy Basil Essential Oil contains a high percentage of eugenol, which can be a skin sensitizer in individuals with sensitivities, particularly at higher concentrations. Always dilute to 1 percent or below for topical use, especially on sensitive skin or the face, and perform a patch test before widespread application. Because of its eugenol content, it should be used cautiously alongside anticoagulant medications, as eugenol has mild blood-thinning properties. It is not recommended during pregnancy in therapeutic doses. For aromatic diffusion, use at standard amounts in a well-ventilated space. Despite these precautions, Holy Basil is a beautifully safe and beneficial oil when used with appropriate dilution and awareness.
In Ayurvedic tradition, Tulsi is considered a divine plant whose very presence purifies the environment and elevates consciousness. Burning Tulsi incense and diffusing Holy Basil oil in a space before meditation, prayer, or yoga has been practiced for millennia as a way of creating a sacred, energetically clear environment that supports deeper practice. The aromatic compounds in Holy Basil, particularly eugenol and methyl eugenol, have documented effects on the nervous system that support calm alertness, the ideal state for meditation. Many practitioners apply a single drop diluted in a carrier oil to the third eye area or to the palms before sitting in meditation, allowing the scent to serve as an aromatic anchor for the practice. Holy Basil pairs beautifully with frankincense, sandalwood, and EOW's Third Eye Oil for a complete meditative aromatic environment.
Our Process
We consciously source all our ingredients from Organic, Wildcrafted and/or Unsprayed (Pesticide-free) farms & distilleries. We then enhance these premium ingredients through our unique proprietary process to bring each of our formulations into their highest expression. You can really smell, feel, sense, and experience the difference!
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Rebecca L –
This holy basil oil is a true treasure! Its calming yet energizing aroma helps me focus and relax at the same time. I appreciate its spiritual and healing qualities – a wonderful addition to my daily routine for balance and clarity.
iAna –
Tulsi helped to drastically stopped my 1 month coughing spread over my second time with Covid. Just with 3 inhales using the vaaaap with Tulsi and another 3 with Ylang Ylang. Allowed my lungs, throat and mind to stop compulsively coughing and spitting mucus.
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Austin Tucker –
Such a potent,stimulating, and uplifting essence! One drop of this oil will go a long way.