Is tulsi essential oil the same as holy basil oil?

Yes — tulsi and holy basil are two names for Ocimum sanctum. dōTERRA labels the bottle Tulsi (Holy Basil), and it is distinct from culinary sweet basil oil, which comes from a different species and smells much softer.

Can I drink tulsi essential oil like tulsi tea?

No. Tulsi tea uses whole leaves; the essential oil is many times more concentrated and should not be added to drinks at home. Keep the oil for aromatic use and properly diluted topical use, and enjoy the tea separately.

How is tulsi oil different from tulsi leaves from the plant?

The oil captures only the volatile aromatic compounds — mainly eugenol and caryophyllene — in a highly concentrated form. Fresh leaves are gentle and edible; a single drop of the oil is aromatically equivalent to a large handful of leaves.

What is the price of tulsi essential oil in India?

The dōTERRA Tulsi price on Melini India is shown in INR including tax, with flat ₹99 Pan-India shipping and delivery in 3–7 business days.

Tulsi Essential Oil in India — Uses, Benefits & Price

Tulsi (Holy Basil) oil in Hindi: तुलसी का तेल (tulsi ka tel)

Tulsi grows in courtyards across India and is the most culturally rooted plant in this entire collection. Its essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of Ocimum sanctum, concentrating the green, clove-tinged aroma you know from the fresh plant.

dōTERRA Tulsi is sourced in India through Co-Impact Sourcing and comes in a 5 ml bottle. Aromatically it is grounding rather than sedating — a good oil for a cluttered mind in the middle of the day.

At a glance

Botanical name: Ocimum sanctum (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Plant part: Leaves and flowering tops
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Main components: Eugenol, beta-caryophyllene, methyl eugenol
Aroma profile: Green, herbaceous, warm-clove undertone
Blends well with: Lemongrass, Frankincense, Wild Orange, Ginger

Key benefits

Grounding and clarity

Its green, herbaceous aroma is traditionally used to feel settled and clear-headed during a demanding day.

Clear breathing

Diffused or inhaled from steam, tulsi is the aroma generations in India associate with an open chest.

Calm evening ritual

A drop in the palms before prayer or journalling continues the plant's oldest household role.

Fresh, herbal home

Diffuse with lemongrass to keep a room smelling green and clean, especially in humid weather.

How to use it

1
In a diffuser
2–3 drops on their own, or with 2 drops lemongrass for a fresh, herbal room.
2
Steam inhalation
1 drop in a bowl of hot water, towel over the head, breathe gently for 2 minutes with eyes closed.
3
Grounding palm inhale
1 drop in the palms, rub together, cup over the nose and take three slow breaths.
4
Massage blend
2–3 drops in 1 tablespoon of carrier oil for the neck and shoulders.

Buy Tulsi (Holy Basil) Essential Oil

dōTERRA

5 ml

dōTERRA Tulsi (Holy Basil) 5 ml

₹2,550

100% authentic dōTERRA · CPTG tested · Flat ₹99 Pan-India shipping · Delivered in 3–7 business days

Safety notes

•Dilute for skin use — 2–3 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil.
•Eugenol-rich, so patch test first and avoid on sensitive or broken skin.
•Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor approves.
•Not recommended for young children; keep out of their reach.
•Consult your doctor if you take blood-thinning medication.

Frequently asked questions

Is tulsi essential oil the same as holy basil oil?: Yes — tulsi and holy basil are two names for Ocimum sanctum. dōTERRA labels the bottle Tulsi (Holy Basil), and it is distinct from culinary sweet basil oil, which comes from a different species and smells much softer.
Can I drink tulsi essential oil like tulsi tea?: No. Tulsi tea uses whole leaves; the essential oil is many times more concentrated and should not be added to drinks at home. Keep the oil for aromatic use and properly diluted topical use, and enjoy the tea separately.
How is tulsi oil different from tulsi leaves from the plant?: The oil captures only the volatile aromatic compounds — mainly eugenol and caryophyllene — in a highly concentrated form. Fresh leaves are gentle and edible; a single drop of the oil is aromatically equivalent to a large handful of leaves.
What is the price of tulsi essential oil in India?: The dōTERRA Tulsi price on Melini India is shown in INR including tax, with flat ₹99 Pan-India shipping and delivery in 3–7 business days.

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