Day 27--Basil!
As a mother of two young children, I am never without Basil essential oil.
Historically, Basil has a rich history and has been used for
respiratory system support.
The actual basil plant has been thought of an herb of blessings and
protection. In the Orthodox Christian
tradition, basil remains sacred. It is
claimed that the basil plant sprung up from the foot of the cross during the
Crucifixion. Basil was originally
domesticated in India. Basil is also
typically planted in houses and temples in India to bring protection and ward off
evil. The herb is sacred to both Visnu
and Krsna.
Basil
also has roots in some of the central regions of Mexico as it is used to draw
fortune by hanging a large sprig or bunch in the door or window of a shop. The plants growth symbolizes the wealth of
the business and reflecting on how well the owner cares for the shop and herb.
Fun Fact: Extracts
from the basil plant are considered very toxic to mosquitoes.
Basil can be used without dilution when used topically. For sensitive skin however; always use a carrier
oil when applying topically. Basil can be applied to the
temples, tip of nose, reflex points, and/or directly on area of concern.
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