Description
Bergamot essential oil
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INCI |
Citrus bergamia |
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Certification |
Certified organic, BioGro |
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Appearance |
Clear to pale green liquid |
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Odour |
Fresh, fruity and citrusy |
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Plant part used |
Fruit peel |
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Extraction method |
Cold pressed |
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Purity |
100% |
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Origin |
India |
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Solubility |
Oil and alcohol |
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Usage rate |
Skincare : 0.1 - 1% |
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Note |
Top |
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Blends well with |
Lavender, neroli, jasmine, cypress, geranium, lemon, chamomile, coriander |
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Skincare benefits |
NZ legislation does not allow us to comment on the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. |
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Mind & body benefits |
Is said to help uplift mood. |
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Vegan |
Yes |
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Palm oil |
No |
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Animal tested |
No |
Description: Bergamot oil is named after the Italian city of Bergamo in Lombardy, where the first oil was sold. The oil has been used in Italian folk medicine for many years.
Aromatherapy: Bergamot oil is commonly used in aromatherapy due to its uplifting and calming scent. Inhaling its aroma can help alleviate stress, anxiety, and mild depression, promoting a sense of relaxation and well-being.
Air freshener: The fresh, citrusy scent of bergamot oil makes it an excellent natural air freshener. It can help mask unpleasant odours and create a more inviting atmosphere in your living or workspace.
Skincare: Bergamot oil is often used as an ingredient in perfumes, soaps, lotions, and other personal care products due to its delightful fragrance. It can also enhance the sensory experience of using these products.
Mood enhancement: The aroma of bergamot oil is known to have mood-enhancing effects. It can help uplift your spirits and improve your overall mood, making it a great addition to your daily routine.
Reducing fatigue: Inhaling the aroma of bergamot oil may help reduce feelings of fatigue and increase alertness. This can be particularly useful during midday slumps or when you need a mental pick-me-up.
Aiding concentration: The stimulating scent of bergamot oil might help improve focus, concentration, and mental clarity. Diffusing the oil in your workspace could potentially enhance your productivity.
Room deodorizer: Bergamot oil's pleasant scent can help neutralize odors in various spaces, making it a natural alternative to chemical-based room deodorizers.
Cleaning products: The antiseptic properties of bergamot oil, along with its pleasant scent, make it a popular choice for creating DIY natural cleaning products. It can add a refreshing aroma to your cleaning routine.
Caution: Do not apply to the skin before going out into the sun as this may increase the susceptibility of sunburn.Safety data: Avoid during pregnancy; skin irritant (dilute before using externally); may trigger epileptic seizures in susceptible individuals.
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Our essential oils come in amber glass bottles with dripulator caps:
5ml and 20ml with an 18 neck dripulator cap, either white or black, depending on stock availability.
30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, with a 28 neck white dripulator cap (except for oils that are too thick for a dripulator, which have a black open pour cap).
500g and 1kg options come in an aluminium bottle; 5L comes in a plastic jerrycan.
If you need precise drops for your products we suggest you buy our 5ml or 20ml dropper bottles and transfer the oils or buy our disposable or glass pipettes.
Important note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
It is not considered complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate.
General safety information: Do not take any oils internally.
Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin.
If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.
Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses.
It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children.
A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using an oil that you've never used before.
All our products are for external use only.
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