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Bergamot Essential Oil

Botanical name: Citrus bergamia
Distillation method: compression extraction
Plant part: peel or rind
Note: top
Scent: light and fresh citrus scent with a little bit of spice
Blends well with: Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Ylang Ylang

Supports the following body systems:

  • Digestive System
  • Emotional Balance
  • Skin

Why Use Bergamot Essential Oil?

  • Promotes healthy, clear skin
  • Soothes and rejuvenates skin
  • Reduces tension
  • Reduces feelings of stress
  • Lessens sad and anxious feelings
  • Uplifts moods
  • Supports the gallbladder and urinary tract

Main Precautions for Bergamot Essential Oil:

  • make cause skin sensitization when used neat (dilute with a carrier oil or lotion for topical use)
  • phototoxic (avoid direct sunlight or ultra violet light for 12 hours after topical use)

Commonly used (always adhere to label instructions of your essential oils):

  • aromatic
  • topical
  • internal

Learn more about how to use essential oils:

Aromatic use of essential oils

Topical use of essential oils

Internal / Oral use of essential oils

Disclaimer
The information presented is for educational purposes only and not intended as a substitute for medical counseling. While this essential oil has been studied to show support for the body systems mentioned above, it is not a substitute for medication and the statements made above have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or illness.