Bergamot Essential Oil

About

Bergamot Essential Oil is a bright, citrusy aromatherapy favourite cold-pressed from Italian bergamot fruit. Traditionally used in Italian folk medicine, this zesty oil is now enjoyed worldwide for its uplifting and balancing properties that may support both emotional and physical wellbeing.

Key Benefits

• Known to help calm the mind and reduce nervous tension
• May help regulate mood swings and promote emotional balance
• Contains linalool, traditionally used to support restful sleep
• Antiseptic and antibacterial properties may support immune health
• May help soothe skin conditions including acne, eczema and psoriasis
• Natural anti-inflammatory action may reduce swelling and minor irritation
• Limonene content makes it effective as a natural deodoriser and insect repellent

Common Uses

• Add to a diffuser or vaporiser for uplifting aromatherapy
• Blend with a carrier oil for topical massage or roller bottle application
• Add to warm bathwater to ease tension and stress
• Incorporate into skincare and personal care products
• Use as a natural household deodoriser and insect repellent

How to Use

• Diffuse: Add a few drops to an aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser
• Topical: Dilute 4–6 drops into a 15ml roller bottle with fractionated coconut oil or other carrier oil
• Bath: Add a few drops to warm bathwater to help ease tension
• Inhalation: Add 1–2 drops to a tissue and inhale from a distance, or smell directly from the bottle

Product Details

• Botanical name: Citrus bergamia
• Extraction method: Cold-pressed from fruit rind
• Origin: Italy
• Key constituents: Limonene, linalool
• Aroma: Fresh, zesty, floral and citrus notes
• Blends well with: Basil, chamomile, geranium, lavender, eucalyptus, lemon and ylang ylang

Safety

• Always dilute with a carrier oil before applying to skin — use 2–4% dilution for general use
• Standard bergamot contains furanocoumarins which may cause photosensitivity; avoid direct sunlight for 24 hours after topical application
• Keep out of reach of children and avoid during pregnancy unless advised by a healthcare professional