Sweet Basil (Linalool) Essential Oil (Ocimum basilicum L. ct. Linalool)

Steam distilled from the leaves of Ocimum basilicum chemotype Linalool, this elegant basil essential oil offers a softer, sweeter aromatic profile than other basil chemotypes. Rich in naturally occurring linalool, it combines fresh green herbs with delicate floral sweetness and subtle spicy warmth, making it exceptionally versatile for both perfumery and aromatherapy.

Its balanced fragrance bridges herbal freshness and gentle floral elegance, allowing it to brighten citrus blends, soften woody accords and introduce a fresh botanical lift to floral compositions. Unlike more medicinal basil oils, the linalool chemotype is smooth, refined and remarkably easy to blend.

Whether used in perfumes, soaps, candles or aromatherapy, Sweet Basil Linalool adds freshness, clarity and natural sophistication.

Why you’ll love it:

• Linalool chemotype with a softer, sweeter aroma
• Fresh herbal character with delicate floral warmth
• Beautifully balanced for perfumery and aromatherapy
• Perfect for perfumes, soaps, candles and botanical skincare

• Opening: fresh green basil leaves
• Heart: soft herbal sweetness with delicate floral notes
• Base: gentle spice with subtle woody warmth
• Strength: Medium
• Perfume note: Heart

A bright herbal floral that brings freshness, elegance and natural balance to botanical fragrance compositions.

• Perfumery: Adds fresh green brightness to citrus, floral and woody perfumes. Blends beautifully with bergamot, lemon, lavender, rosemary, peppermint, cedarwood, jasmine and sandalwood.
• Aromatherapy: Add 1–2 drops to 10 ml carrier oil for uplifting botanical massage blends.
• Diffuser: Use 2–5 drops to create a fresh, clean and invigorating atmosphere.
• Soap & candles: Excellent in artisan soaps and natural candles, adding vibrant herbal freshness without overwhelming a blend.

Blends beautifully with

Bergamot, Lemon, Sweet Orange, Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary, Roman Chamomile, Jasmine Sambac, Cedarwood Atlas, Sandalwood Australian, Frankincense and Ylang Ylang Complete.

Botanical

Ocimum basilicum L. ct. Linalool

Common name

Sweet Basil (Linalool)

Plant part

Leaves

Extraction

Steam distilled

Origin

China

Appearance

Clear to pale yellow liquid

Perfume note

Heart

Solubility

Oil-soluble

Gabriella Oils Evaluation

A beautifully refined basil with excellent balance between fresh green herbs and soft floral sweetness. The linalool chemotype offers remarkable versatility, making it equally suited to natural perfumery, aromatherapy and artisan botanical formulations.

Safety

For external use only. Dilute before applying to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and keep out of reach of children. If pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision, consult a qualified professional before use.

Ocimum basilicum has been cultivated for thousands of years and is one of the world's oldest aromatic herbs. Native to tropical Asia, basil spread throughout the Mediterranean and Europe, where it became valued not only as a culinary herb but also for its fragrant leaves and essential oil.

Different chemotypes of basil produce remarkably different aromatic profiles. The linalool chemotype is especially prized for its softer, sweeter fragrance, which lacks the sharper medicinal character found in some other basil oils. This refined aroma has made it increasingly popular in both natural perfumery and aromatherapy.

Today, Sweet Basil Linalool Essential Oil is appreciated for its bright herbal freshness, elegant floral undertones and exceptional blending ability. Its balanced character allows it to complement citrus, florals, woods and herbs with equal ease, making it one of the most versatile green notes in botanical perfumery.

Quality & Documentation

We provide documentation as it becomes available, including IFRA, COA, and SDS files where supplied for the oil.

Available documents

• Documentation is being prepared for this oil.

Shipping & Delivery

United Kingdom

Free shipping to the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Orders are dispatched using Royal Mail Tracked 24, with delivery typically within 1-2 working days after dispatch.

European Union

Flat-rate shipping of £12.00 to all 27 EU member states. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP), so there are no unexpected customs charges on delivery.

Typical transit time is 3–5 business days.

United States

Flat-rate shipping of £14.00. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP).

Typical transit time is 5–8 business days.

Dispatch times

Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day. During busy periods this may extend slightly, but we always aim to ship as quickly as possible.