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Bergamot Essential Oil
Bergamot essential oil is expressed or steam distilled from the fruit peel of the citrus bergamia , a small citrus tree grown in California and Europe.
- this oil is reported to help alleviate stress fatigue and relieve skin irritations like eczema, psoriasis, acne, wounds, ulcers and herpes.
- has anti-depressant, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic and astringent properties.
- is considered uplifting, rejuvenating, and balancing.
- good for an oily complexion and helps repel insects.
- used for acne, anxiety, depression, eczema, infections, insect bites, nervous tension, oily complexion, psoriasis, and varicose veins.
- best to avoid during pregnancy and may cause skin irritantion is some individuals.
- this oil may cause photosensitivity in those with delicate skin.
- not for use for individuals with liver problems.
- is a yellow-green color and has a light, fresh, floral citrus scent.
- blends nicely with black pepper, chamomile, clary sage, coriander, cypress, frankincense, geranium, helichrysum, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, mandarin, melissa, neroli, nutmeg, orange, rosemary, sandalwood, vetiver, violet, ylang ylang.
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This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.
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