Bergamot oil's popularity—due to its unique scent—extends to aromatherapy, perfume production, pharmaceuticals, and disinfectants. Bergamot's scent relieves stress and depression, improves well-being, and alleviates apathy. Discover these and other healing properties of this refreshing oil.
Bergamot essential oil has a refreshing, floral, and citrus scent. It is obtained by pressing the aromatic peels of the bergamot orange—the most delicate of all
citrus fruits . This method preserves its minerals and vitamins. The bergamot tree is native to Southeast Asia and is cultivated in Italy, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco.
The popularity of bergamot oil
It is one of the most popular essential oils. It is used in incense, perfumes, and medicines. It is suitable for massages, baths (always diluted), and inhalations (e.g., in aromatherapy chimneys). Its antibacterial properties make it a popular natural deodorant, combating the bacteria responsible for unpleasant sweat odor. It is used to flavor Earl Grey teas, among other things. It can be combined with chamomile, neroli, cypress, sandalwood, lemon balm, and geranium.
The healing power of the scent of bergamot oil
The scent of the oil is refreshing. It stimulates and clears the mind. It facilitates recovery from mental and physical illness. It treats stress, depression, anxiety, nervous tension, poor well-being, and apathy. It soothes mood swings. It has a calming and relaxing effect. It boosts self-confidence and exudes happiness.
The multitude of health properties of the oil
Bergamot oil is helpful for skin infections, acne,
psoriasis , ulcers, and for dressing wounds and cuts. It reduces seborrhea and eliminates unpleasant skin odor. It has antiseptic properties for flu, colds, coughs, runny noses, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, urinary tract infections, and inflammatory conditions such as cystitis. It is used to stimulate the digestive system, spleen, and liver. It has antifungal, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties. It lowers fever. It reduces muscle pain of various origins, including painful periods. It stimulates appetite and can be used in the treatment of anorexia.
Precautions
As with any essential oil, caution should be exercised. It is essential to always dilute the oil and avoid exposure to sunlight. It is not suitable for children or pregnant women.
A handful of interesting facts
In Italy, due to its bactericidal properties, bergamot oil is used to disinfect hands.
In folk medicine, bergamot is used to treat inflammation of the oral mucosa.
Bergamot oil was counted among the 60 most important scents of ancient Rome.
The oil was helpful in reducing fever in malaria patients.
