# Basil Oil

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/basil-oil

Smells of: herbaceous, green, slightly spicy
Role: top note, fresh herb

Basil Oil opens with a bright, herbaceous freshness that is both green and slightly spicy, reminiscent of the leaves themselves. As it develops, the scent reveals a warm, sweet undertone that adds a subtle depth, balancing the initial sharpness. In a formula, it acts as a vibrant top note that can enhance the freshness of citrus and floral accords, providing a lively lift. It pairs well with other herbs like mint and rosemary, as well as with citrus notes to create a refreshing effect. The typical usage in this catalogue ranges from 0.020% to 0.54%, with a common dose around 0.090%.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 20 formulas.
- Dose: 0.05% to 6.52%, average 0.73%.
- Most at home in: Amber Woody, Aromatic Fougère, Citrus Aromatic.
- Usually weighed alongside: Hedione, Linalyl Acetate, Cedramber, Hedione HC, Sicilian Lemon Oil FCF, Dihydro Myrcenol.


## Citing this
Cite as: "Basil Oil — Dupe Hacking raw material profile", https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/basil-oil