HOLY BASIL (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
ORIGIN: Vietnam
EXTRACTION: Steam distillation
Holy basil, also called Tulsi or Ocimum tenuiflorum, is a perennial herb highly valued in Southeast Asian cultures for its diverse uses. Its vibrant green leaves, distinguished by their peppery yet subtly sweet flavor reminiscent of licorice, are commonly used in cooking, adding depth and nuance to dishes. Yet, its significance extends far beyond the culinary realm. Holy Basil is revered for its profound cultural and medicinal value, often featured in religious ceremonies and believed to offer health benefits attributed to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Holy basil exudes a fragrance that is both captivating and spiritually evocative, blending peppery, herbal, clove, and citrus notes into a harmonious symphony. Rich in antioxidants and essential oils, it is known for promoting wellness and stress relief. Thus, holy basil serves not only as a culinary delight but also as a revered symbol of spiritual reverence and holistic wellness in the hearts and minds of communities across the region.
Notes
Vietnamese holy basil, french jasmine blossom, Thai pandan leaf, Italian green mandarin peel, Alsakan cedarwood, Sichuan pepper
Perfumer
Ted Rohn
Characteristics
RAER Scents are 100% botanical, vegan and free from synthetics and preservatives. All their perfumes are high-concentration Parfum, and are handblended and handfilled at their Atelier in Berlin.
Ingredients
Alcohol (Ethanol), Aqua (Water), Cedrus atlantica (Atlas Cedar) concrete, Citrus nobilis (Green mandarin) oil, Pandanus Amaryllifolius (Pandan) leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum (Holy Basil) herb oil, Vetiveria zizanoides (Vetyver) root oil, Pogostemon cablin (Patchouli) leaf oil & extract1, Citrus bergamia (Bergamot) peel oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) flower extract1, Anthemis nobilis (Roman Chamomile) flower oil, Cupressus nootkatensis (Alaskan Cedar) wood oil, Salvia triloba (Sage) leaf extract, Boswellia carteri (Frankincense) gum oil, Mentha arvensis (Corn Mint) leaf extract1, Lavandula augostofilia (Lavender) flower extract, Jasminum grandiflorum (Jasmin) flower absolute, Cistus ladaniferus (Cistus) resin, Zanthopxylum bungeanum (Sichuan Pepper) fruit extract, Zingiber officinale (Ginger) root oil, Styrax benzoin (Benzoin Sumatra) resinoid, Liquidambar styraciflua (Styrax) balsam extract, Rosa damascena (Damask Rose) flower absoluteLitsea cubeba (May Chang) fruit oil, Abies alba (Silver Fir) needle absolute, Elettaria cardamomum (Cardamom) seed oil, Commiphora erythrea (Opoponax) oil, Citrus hystrix (Makrut Lime) leaf oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf extract.
1 Extracted through a fractional distallation process
Allergens (These molecules occur naturally in our botanical oils; we list them because some people may have sensitivities to them): Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl acetate, Citral, Benzyl benzoate, Eugenol, Terpineol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Benzyl alcohol, Beta caryophyllene, Terpinolene, Isoeugenol, Farnesol.
