A green to olive-green oil with a refreshing, sweet fruity aroma.
Botanical name
Citrus aurantium var. bergamia
Origin
Italy
Method of extraction
Cold Pressed
Major constituents
A typical chemical composition of Bergamot Essential Oil: a-pinene (1.0%), b-pinene (5.7%), myrcene (0.9%), limonene (33.0%), a-bergamotene (0.23%), b-bisabolene (0.57%), linalool (13.45%), linalyl acetate (31.3%), nerol (0.1%), neryl acetate (0.42%), geraniol (0.05%), geraniol acetate (0.46%), a-terpineol (0.13%).
Bergamot Essential Oil
Add 5 drops to an oil vaporiser or bath or 5 drops to every 10ml carrier oil, 1-3 times daily. Children: Half the adult dose.
Uses
The refreshing, sweet citrus scent of bergamot is uplifting and refreshing. It helps people regain self confidence and uplifts the spirit.
Cautions
Bergamot essential oil should not be used topically in the presence of UV light (i.e. sunbaking, sunbeds) as it may cause photosensitivity.