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Anxiety |
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Dyspepsia, painful digestion, colic |
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Depression |
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Aroma
A blend of sweet floral with citrus top note and an undertone of vanilla.
Blends well with: Most other oils, especially frankincense, geranium,
lavender, Clary sage and cypress.
Part used
Peel
Properties
Antibacterial, antidepressant, antiseptic, anti-infectious, antispasmodic,
antitoxic, deodorant, febrifuge, stomachic, vermifuge.
Emotional concerns
Bergamot is helpful in cases of addiction, anorexia, bulimia, depression,
fear, anxiety, and stress.
Contraindications
Bergamot is extremely photo sensitizing and possibly irritating
to sensitive skin. Do not expose skin to sunlight or tanning beds for
12 hours after use.
The bergamot fruit, developed for its scent, has been used in perfumery
and medicine in France since the 161 century. Bergamot essence is mentioned
in many old manuscripts and herbals. Bergamot is the flavoring used
to make Earl Grey tea, The citrus bergamot should not be confused with
bergamot herb, a red perennial also known as Oswego tea
Bergamot is primarily used in aromatherapy for its antiseptic properties,
which are in some cases as effective as lavender, Bergamot has a wonderful
smell and can be used to improve the odor of antiseptic blends in a
diffuser.
Bergamot is perhaps one of the most useful oils for helping with emotional
balance. It gentle smell is uplifting and opening without being too
aggressive.
ANXIETY
BLEND
8
drops bergamot
3 drops clary sage
2 drops geranium
5 drops frankincense
Mix oils in an amber glass bottle. Diffuse after a stressful day.
MOUTH ULCERS
4
drops bergamot
2 drops peppermint or 1 drop myrrh
2 drops geranium
2 drops thyme
Dilute in 2 teaspoons brandy. To use, add 1 teaspoon of mixture to warm
water and swish well around mouth.
Do not swallow.
From
the Supplier (Nature's Sunshine)
Pure Essential Oil [Nervous, Immune, Urinary, Skin]
(
Citrus bergamia)
Cold pressed, organic, has balancing, cooling, refreshing, stimulating
and uplifting properties that are welcome when we feel fatigued, stressed
or anxious.
Bergamot contains antiseptic compounds and is useful for oily skin and
other skin conditions. Do not use topically prior to sun exposure or during
pregnancy.
