Description
Bergamot is the most delicate of the citrus plants, requiring special climate and soil in order to thrive. Italians have used Bergamot oil for years to reduce feelings of stress and to soothe and rejuvenate skin. In Greece, the unripe fruits are used as sweetmeats, eaten by the spoonful as a dessert or with coffee.
Bergamot essential oil is unique among citrus oils due to its ability to be both uplifting and calming, making it ideal to help with anxious and sad feelings. It is also purifying and cleansing for the skin while having a calming effect.
Possible Uses
- Diffuse Bergamot oil in the classroom, at work, or at home when stress levels or tension is high.
- Apply to the skin while showering and inhale deeply to experience its calming aroma while enjoying its purifying skin benefits.
- Change regular tea to Earl Grey with the addition of Bergamot oil.
- Apply to the feet before bedtime diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil or massage oil for a calming and relaxing massage.
- Add one to two drops to your DIY skin care cleanser.
Precautions
- 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)
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The list of precautions is not meant to be “all inclusive”. The list includes precautions mentioned by our instructor when studying this essential oil during aromatherapy certification lessons.
The statements made 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. The information presented is for educational purposes in no way intended as a substitute for medical counseling. Anyone with a disease, illness, injury or medical condition should consult a qualified health care professional before using essential oils.
