Bergamot Essential Oil

Our Bergamot oil, from the Ivory Coast, is sweet and characteristically citrus but warm and with uniquely floral nuances. Bergamot is a fruit the size of an orange, with a yellow color similar to a lemon, and has a pleasant fragrance. Citrus bergamot is native to Asia and is commercially grown in Calabria (Italy), in France, and the finest specimens come from the Ivory Coast.  Bergamot grows on small trees which blossom during the winter. The distinctive aroma of the bergamot is most commonly known for its use in Earl Grey tea, though the juice of the fruit has also been used in Calabrian indigenous medicine as an herbal remedy for malaria and its essential oil is popular in all kinds of aromatherapy applications.  Like all citrus oils, it can cause photosensitivity to ultraviolate light.  Therefore it is not recommended before being in the sun directly or for long periods of time.

It refreshes and balances the emotions and is especially useful in times of anxiety and when dealing with depression. Good for bacterial or viral infections of the mouth, including nasal mucus.  Bergamot is useful in stimulating poor circulation, while relaxing and calming the nervous system. Bergamot has anti-inflammatory and slightly diuretic properties, which also makes it useful in treating varicose veins.  It helps relieve the pain, itch and swelling from insect bites and stings, while repelling insects as well.  A powerful antiseptic, Bergamot is useful in the first aid treatment of minor cuts and wounds. It also helps prevent scar tissue.

A great use for Bergamot: Add equal amounts of Bergamot oil and Lavender oil to some unscented vitamin E cream for the best dry skin hand lotion ever!  Essential Oil Antioxidant Capacity (ORAC scale): 1,890

Available in 1/3 oz. and 1/6 oz.