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Bergamot / Citrus bergamia - Aromatherapy Essential Oil
Latin name: Citrus bergamia
Bergamot is a refreshing and uplifting botanical, and has many uses. It is used traditionally to ease emotional anxiety and grief. It is an anti-depressant and its light and fruity top note aroma can bring back enthusiasm and banish apathy.
BERGAMOT BLENDS WELL WITH:
To soothe the pain of emotional loss or grief:
Bergamot, Sandalwood and Rose Otto
To clear oily skin:
Bergamot, Mandarin and Geranium
To uplift deression:
Bergamot, Neroil, Lavender, Geranium.
To relieve anxiety and stress:
Bergamot, Ylang ylang, Sandalwood, Mandarin.
Bergamot Preparations:
Bergamot essential oil.
Bergamot Traditional recommended daily amount:
Use 6-8 drops of essential oil in a bath, 2-4 drops in an oil burner and 10 -18 drops per 30ml of carrier oil.
Contra-indications of Bergamot :
None Known. However it is photosensitive so do not go out in the sunlight after applying it to the skin.
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