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Diffuser:Add 3-4 drops of your chosen essential oil to a diffuser.
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Quick fix: A few deep inhalations from the bottle can help when you are at work, in the car or anytime you need a quick break.
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Bath:Add up to 5 drops in a dispersant such as oil, to the bath to create a relaxing atmosphere while nourishing your skin.
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Massage:Use a 2.5% dilution; up to 15 drops in 30ml carrier oil.
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Hand or foot bath:Add 2 drops to a bowl of water.
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Compress: Add 2 drops of essential oil to a bowl of water. For treating inflammation or to cool down use cold to room temperature water. For aching tight muscles use warm to hot water. Agitate a face washer in the water, wring out excess moisture and apply washer to the affected area. Repeat two or three times as the compress cools down or warms up.
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Steam Treatment: Add 2 drops of essential oil to a bowl of steaming hot water. Place your face close to the bowl and cover the back of your head and bowl with a towel to trap the aromatic vapours. Caution due to risk of burns or scalding and keep eyes covered during treatment.
Blends well with: Basil, German & Roman Chamomile, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood & Ylang Ylang.
Considerations: Basil is quite a powerful essential oil in action and aroma intensity. A small number of drops should be sufficient.