Common Name* Bergamot
Botanical Name Citrus bergamia
Chemical Constituents : a-pinene, B-pinene, myrcene, limonene, a-bergaptene, B-bisabolene, linalool, linalyl acetate, nerol, neryl acetate, geraniol, geraniol acetate, a-terpineol
Medicinal Uses** The chemical components of bergamot stimulate hormone secretion and help maintaining proper rates of metabolism. This stimulating effect increases secretion of digestive juices, bile and insulin, thereby aiding digestion, proper absorption of nutrients, assimilation and decomposition of sugar and the resultant lowering of blood sugar level. Helps relieve colic, flatulence, and indigestion. May restore stomach and liver and awaken the appetite by having a stimulating effect on the liver, stomach and spleen. Gastric stagnation due to weakness and deficiency is mobilized as well as any heaviness and distension is relieved. It also synchronizes or regulates the peristaltic motion of the intestines and this way too, help in digestion.
Antiseptic for the urinary tract, infections and inflammation such as cystits. Can be used as an inhalation for respiratory tract infections such as tonsillitis, bronchitis, tuberculosis. When combined with tea tree, it can treat cold sores, chicken pox, and shingles. As a douche or hip bath, is proven successful in gonococcal infections, leucorrhoea, vaginal pruritis
Treatment for wounds, herpes, abscesses, boils, cold sores, cystitis, halitosis, soothes insect bites, benefits digestive system, deodorizer.
Stimulates secretion of certain hormones which lessen sensitivity of nerves to pain. Very helpful in case of headache, sprains etc.
Skin Care Skin conditions associated with an oily complexion. Also acne, oily skin, psoriasis, itching. Cicatrisant is a property or an agent which helps the scar and other marks on the skin to disappear. It also makes the distribution of pigments and melanin even and uniform, resulting in the fading away of marks.
Aromatherapy The components of Bergamot Oil, like Alpha Pinene and Limonene, are anti depressant and stimulant in nature. The Flavonoids present in Bergamot oil are very good relaxants too Bergamot decreases action of the sympathetic nervous system and sooths anxiety, depression, loss of appetite, stress. Sedative yet refreshing and uplifting, mood-lifting qualities, benefits nervous system. It is said to help people regain self confidence while uplifting and refreshing the spirit. It evokes joy and warms the heart and thus is effective for those who want to open the heart chakra. Brings clarity, simplicity, ethereal lightness, aura repair, and attracts helpful spirits
Blending Tips Top note. Fresh, orange/lemon/citrusy, slightly floral. Oil blends with Clary Sage, Frankincense, Mandarin, Jasmine, Black Pepper,
Safety Information Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight within 24 hours due to its phototoxicity. Bergaptene, one of its components, becomes poisonous if exposed to sunlight. It should be stored in dark bottles in dark places.
*Not all common names refer to the same plant. Always check the botanical name to make sure you have the right one.
**These statements have not been validated by the FDA. Please check with your doctor to diagnose illnesses, and be aware of any allergies or sensitivities before using essential oils.
