Bergamot Essential Oil

Botanical Family: Rutaceae
Botanical Name: Citrus Bergamia
Origin: Italy
Plant Description: A small tree with long smooth oval green leaves and white flowers; This tree has small round fruit that turn yellow when ripe. This tree can grow up to 15 feet tall, with beautiful smooth oval leaves.
Extraction Method: Bergamot Essential Oil is cold press extracted from the rind of the Bergamot fruit.
Color: Usually light yellow to light greenish.
Consistency: Thin and runny
Note: Top
Aromatic Fragrance: Fresh sweet scent, citrus with a warm floral quality, reminiscent of Lavender or Neroli; Spicy, delicate, light and fresh.
Common Applications: Bergamot Essential Oil is commonly used in diffusers, spritzers, baths, massages and compresses.
Typically Used By: Cosmeticians, Aromatherapists, Soap Makers, Perfumists.
Principal Constituents: Linalool, Nerol, Turpineol, Linalyl Acetate, Bergaptene, Dipentene, Limonene Actions Analgesic, Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Cicatrisant, Cordial, Deodorant, Digestive, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Insecticidal, Sedative, Stomachic, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.
Therapeutic & Emotional Benefits: Helpful in the uplifting of the spirit. Physical Health Benefits Bergamot is commonly used in treating infections on the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat and respiratory tracts. Bergamot Essential Oil has been found to be useful as an Anti-septic against infections caused by organisms such as Gonococcus, Staphylococcus, Coli, Meningococcus, and Diphtheria Bacillus.
Did You Know: Bergamot is an effective deodorizing agent.
Storage Directions: Essential Oils should be stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Essential Oils should be stored in colored glass, the most common storage method being used today are Boston Round Bottles in the amber tint.
Blends Well With: Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Geranium Egyptian Essential Oil, Juniper Berry Essential Oil, Jasmine, Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil, Lemon Essential Oil, Mandarin, Patchouli Essential Oil, Chamomile Roman Essential Oil, Marjoram Essential Oil, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil.
Shelf Life: Bergamot Essential Oil should be used within 2 years of harvest to ensure the maximum therapeutic benefit.
Cautions: Avoid if pregnant or if you are diabetic. A component called Bergapetene can cause skin pigmentation staining the skin if exposed to sunlight, this has been removed in this product. May be slightly phototoxic, do not use on the skin in the presence of sunlight or ultra-violet light. Part of extensive selection of wholesale aromatherapy, cosmetic, soap and craft making products available at SoapGoods.com.