Description
Bergamot essential oil is extracted from the tree citrus bergamia (a.k.a. Citrus aurantium subsp. bergamia) of the Rutaceae family. It is also referred to as Bergamot orange.
Precautions
Bergamot oil can cause severe burns when used on sensitive skin exposed to sunlight, since the high content of bergaptene can cause photo-toxicity. It is advisable to keep out of the sun if used on the skin.
Therapeutic Properties
The therapeutic properties of Bergamot oil include antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-spasmodic, stomachic, calmative, and as a febrifuge.
Uses
Bergamot essential oil can be used in the treatment of depression, stress, tension, fear, hysteria, infection (all types including skin), anorexia, psoriasis, eczema and general convalescence.
Burners & Vaporizers
In vapor therapy Bergamot oil can be used for depression, feeling fed-up, colds and flu, PMS and SAD.
Blended Oil Or In Bath
Bergamot oil can be used in blended massage oil, or dilutede in a bath to assist with stress, tension, SAD, PMS, skin problems, compulsive eating, postnatal depression, colds and flu, anxiety, depression, feelin fed-up and anorexiz nervosa.
Blended In Base Cream
As a constituent in a blended base cream Bergamot oil can be used for wounds and cuts, psoriasis, oily skin, scabies, eczema, acne and cold sores.
Blends Well With
Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Mandarin, Nutmeg, Orange, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Vetiver and Ylang Ylang.