Bergamot Organic Essential Oil 50ml

Latin Name: Citrus Bergamia
Part Of Plant Used: Fruit Peel
Source: Ivory Coast
Extraction Method: Cold Expression

Bergamot Essential Oil is extracted through cold expression from the ripe and unripe fruits of the bergamot orange tree. With its delightful citrus-like yet sweet aroma, this essential oil is ideal for fostering a relaxed and uplifting atmosphere. It offers a range of benefits, including support for urinary tract health, skin issues, and enhancing the functions of the liver, spleen, and stomach.

In the realm of aromatherapy, Bergamot Essential Oil is cherished for its ability to alleviate feelings of depression, stress, tension, low self-confidence, fear, and hysteria. It plays a vital role in healing skin infections, such as general wounds, psoriasis, cold sores, and eczema. This enchanting oil is also known to assist those experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), PMS, compulsive eating, postnatal depression, as well as colds and flu.

Favoured in aromatherapy, Bergamot Essential Oil can be used in vapourisers, massages, or blended into bath water for a soothing experience. However, it is advisable to exercise caution when applying this oil to sensitive skin, especially if exposure to sunlight is anticipated, as it may cause burns. Ensure to keep out of the sun if this oil has been used on the skin.

The name “Bergamot” is derived from the city of Bergamo in Lombardy, Italy, where this exquisite oil was first sold. Cultivated since the 16th century in Mediterranean countries like Italy and Greece, bergamot has a rich history of use in both the perfume and food industries, notably in Earl Grey tea. While the extraction of the essential oil is a more recent development, the fruit and its essence have been cherished in traditional medicine for centuries.