10 ml Bergamot (FCF) Essential Oil

Bright, uplifting, and beautifully citrus-sweet — Bergamot essential oil captures the sunny essence of the Mediterranean in every drop. Cold-pressed from the peel of the bergamot orange, this versatile oil is a beloved staple in aromatherapy for lifting the spirits and soothing the senses.

• Latin Name: Citrus Bergamia
• Part of Plant Used: Fruit Peel
• Source: Ivory Coast
• Extraction Method: Cold Expression

Bergamot essential oil is extracted by expression from both ripe and unripe fruits of the bergamot orange tree. Its citrus-like yet sweet aroma is wonderful for creating a relaxed and happy feeling. It is useful in the treatment of urinary tract infections and skin troubles, and it boosts the functions of the liver, spleen, and stomach.

In aromatherapy, Bergamot essential oil is used to ease depression, stress, tension, low self-confidence, fear, and hysteria. It can help heal skin infections such as general wounds, psoriasis, cold sores, and eczema. This oil is also said to support those suffering from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), PMS, compulsive eating, postnatal depression, colds, and flu. A favourite in aromatherapy, it is commonly used in vaporisers, massages, and blended into bath water.

Please note: Experts advise caution when using this oil on sensitive skin if it is exposed to sunlight after application, as this may cause burns. Keep out of the sun if this oil has been used on the skin.

The name Bergamot is derived from the city of Bergamo in Lombardy, Italy, where the oil was first sold. It