Bergamot
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Bergamot Essential Oil (Citrus bergamia)
Bergamot Essential Oil is a regal citrus fragrance provides a crispness of soft orange notes with a subtle whisper of joy. Excellent for cheering moods, chocolate and flavoring foods/drinks.
- Anti-microbial
- Helps relieve fatigue due to stress, tension and anxiety
- Protects against neurotoxicity (see reference)
- Uplifting
- Strengthens the immune system
Aromatic Scent: Spicy green citrus notes, regal & gently effervescent, with slight bitter-floral notes. Reminiscent of a dark earl tea with bright citrus hues.
Cold Pressed: Rich, green citrus with light floral hues, more full bodied aroma.
Steam Distilled (FCF): Lighter, green uplifting citrus blast, feels more heady and ephemeral compared to cold-pressed.
How to Use
Diffuse in room for an uplifting, anti-microbial blast of fresh air. Use several drops on a sponge around the kitchen to clean counters or dishes (avoid sunlight in contact on skin). Infuse several drops in washer and/or dryer to uplift your clothing. Upgrade your dishwashing solution by adding 5-10 drops of bergamot. Add drops into a spray bottle with water to create a room cleaner that elevates the environment. Try adding 1 drop to 1-2 ounces of salt water for a homemade mouthwash that kills bacteria responsible for halotosis (bad breath).
Can be used on the skin as a anti-bacterial solution to dry, oily skin while stimulating circulation. Bergamot may be helpful in facial washes for people with excessive acne. Infuse in appropriate dilutions if enjoyed in salads, drinks or chocolate, single drops yield approximately 8-16 ounces of nourishment. Add 2 drops to a bath with 4 drops of cedar oil and some epsom salt for a healing, enjoyable experience. Try vaporizing in an Essential VAAAPP vaporizer to elevate the mood, stimulate the immune system (colds/flu) and light up your citrusy senses.
Precautions
Bergamot should NOT be applied topically to the skin, especially during the day or when exposed to UV lights, because of risk of phototoxicity (sensitivity/burns to the sun). Keep bergamot away from warmer temperatures to prevent oxidation.
~ Be Blessed ~
Blends Well With: Blue Lotus Absolute, Cedar, Coriander, Cypress, Frankincense Carterii (CO2), Rose-Geranium, Ginger, Helichrysum, Jasmine Absolute, Juniper Berries, Lavender, Lemon, Red Mandarin, Melissa, Mimosa Absolute, Neroli, Nutmeg, Blood Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Black Pepper, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Clary Sage, Silver Fir, Spikenard, Tea Tree, Thyme linalol, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
Cultivation: Organic
Country of Origin: Italy | S. Africa
Extraction Method: Cold-Pressed (CP) or Steam Distilled (FCF, furocoumarin [Bergaptene] free)
Parts of Plant Used: Peels
Terpenes: D-Limonene, Gamma-Terpinene, Linalool, Linalyl acetate, Bergaptene (absent in distilled bergamot)
References
Corasaniti, M. T., S. Maida, V. Fratto, and M. Navarra. "Cell Signaling Pathways in the Mechanisms of Neuroprotection Afforded by Bergamot Essential Oil against NMDA-induced Cell Death in Vitro." Br J Pharmacology 151.4 (2007): 518-29. Pubmed. Web. 27 Mar. 2013.
Levine, N., S. Don, C. Owens, and D. T. Rogers. "The Effects of Bergapten and Sunlight on Cutaneous Pigmentation." Arch Dermatology 125.9 (1989): 1225-30. Print.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product. *
Last Updated 4/26/25.
Dr. Nick's Notes
Floral citrus notes coupled with a subjective calming and cheering, bergamot extract is a flavor additive known by many for its addition in Earl Gray tea. Bergamot essential oil reminds me of a regal citrus extract, elegant in its stance for recombination in salads, teas, drinks and chocolate! Light and luminous, the aroma alone enhances one’s mood. The actual fruit is inedible, yet the scent is royal and irresistible. Bergamot essential oil has subtle yet noticeable expectorant properties, especially when mixed with oregano and used in a vaporizer. Bergamot oil is also rather phenomenal when mixed with store-bought kombucha – this brings major flavor upgrades, while also boosting immunity and helping to lift the mood! I’ve also noticed some mild-moderate carminative (reduction in gas / bloating) effects from ingesting diluted bergamot, while also supporting digestive processes.
** Bergapten (furocoumarin) found in bergamot has been linked with phototoxicity when exposed to excessive sunlight. Do not apply this oil (distilled exempt) onto your skin, especially during the day time or when exposed to UV lights. **
FAQs
Bergamot essential oil is cold-pressed from the rind of the bergamot orange Citrus bergamia, a small citrus fruit grown almost exclusively in the Calabria region of southern Italy. The bergamot orange is a cross between a bitter orange and a citron -- its fruit is too sour and bitter to eat, but the peel produces one of the most distinctive and beloved essential oils in the world. It is best known as the flavor that gives Earl Grey tea its characteristic taste, and it has been a cornerstone of European perfumery for centuries.
Bergamot has a bright, complex citrus aroma unlike any other citrus oil. The familiar lemon and orange freshness is there, but underneath it there is a distinctive floral sweetness and a slightly spicy, almost herbal quality. Its simultaneously uplifting and sophisticated -- more complex and refined than lemon or orange oils. The floral component comes from linalool and linalyl acetate, the same compounds found in lavender, which gives bergamot a unique position as both a citrus and a floral bridging note in perfumery.
Standard bergamot essential oil contains bergapten, a furanocoumarin that causes photosensitivity -- applying it to skin exposed to sunlight can result in serious burns and lasting dark spots. If you are using bergamot topically in a leave-on product like a body oil, perfume, or lotion, look for FCF or furanocoumarin-free bergamot, which has had the bergapten removed. Rinse-off products like soaps and shower gels are generally safe. Standard bergamot is fine in diffusers since the phototoxic compounds do not become airborne.
Bergamot is one of the most mood-supportive oils in aromatherapy. Numerous studies have demonstrated its ability to reduce anxiety, lower cortisol levels, and improve mood when diffused. Its used in clinical aromatherapy settings for stress reduction and emotional support. Its uplifting character makes it excellent for seasonal mood dips and for creating a positive, energized atmosphere. It has some of the best research backing of any essential oil for anxiety and mood and is one of the few oils studied in multiple clinical contexts with positive results.
Bergamot is one of the most versatile blending oils available -- it works with almost everything. It is a classic pairing with lavender for a calming, well-rounded blend. With ylang ylang and sandalwood it creates a rich floral oriental. With black pepper, cardamom, and cedarwood it makes a sophisticated masculine accord. It lifts and brightens heavier base notes like vetiver, patchouli, and labdanum. With other citrus oils and mint it creates bright, energizing blends. In perfumery it is used in nearly every fragrance family as a bridging and brightening note.
Our Process
We consciously source all our ingredients from Organic, Wildcrafted and/or Unsprayed (Pesticide-free) farms & distilleries. We then enhance these premium ingredients through our unique proprietary process to bring each of our formulations into their highest expression. You can really smell, feel, sense, and experience the difference!
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** The information provided on this page is intended for educational and informational purposes only and reflects historical, cultural, and experiential perspectives. This product has not been evaluated or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual experiences may vary. Always use personal discernment and consult a qualified healthcare professional when appropriate, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Elvio (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
Another great oil to diffuse it smells so fresh
Andrea Good (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
The smell of Earl Grey tea…delicate and lovely.
Anonymous (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
In love with this oil
Karsyn Hornby (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
Very uplifting and changes the energy of the room.
James Herron (Essential Oil Wizardry) –