BERGAMOT ESSENTIAL OIL
A bright, uplifting citrus oil traditionally valued for emotional balance, skin support, and digestive wellbeing.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Citrus bergamia
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Asia, Italy
Method of Extraction: Cold pressed from the fruit rind
Note: Top
Colour: Greenish yellow
Aroma: Light, rich, sweet, citrus
About This Essential Oil
Bergamot Essential Oil is one of the most popular citrus oils used in aromatherapy and natural perfumery. Known for its uplifting yet calming qualities, it is traditionally valued for emotional wellbeing, skin care, digestive support, and creating balanced aromatherapy blends. Bergamot is often considered the strongest of the fruit oils and is widely recognised for its beautiful aroma.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports emotional wellbeing and balance
• Uplifting yet calming aroma
• Popular for skincare applications
• Supports digestive comfort
• Widely used in natural perfumery
• Helps create balanced aromatherapy blends
History
The Bergamot tree takes its name from the small town of Bergamo in Northern Italy, where the oil was originally sold. Historically it was used as a primary ingredient in Hungary Water, a traditional preparation valued for both beauty and wellbeing. Bergamot has also been used in Italian folk medicine for fevers and worms. Today it is best known as the flavouring used in Earl Grey tea and remains one of the most widely used oils in perfumery. Bergamot is often regarded as the strongest of the citrus oils and is valued for its uplifting qualities and ability to soften and balance blends.
Main Chemical Components
40% Esters, 33% Monoterpenes, 18% Alcohols
Properties
• Analgesic
• Antidepressant
• Antiseptic
• Antiviral
• Carminative
• Cicatrisant
• Cordial
• Deodorant
• Digestive
• Febrifuge
• Sedative
• Stomachic
• Tonic
• Vermifuge
• Vulnerary
• Antispasmodic
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for psoriasis, acne, oily scalp conditions, boils, carbuncles, wounds, scabies, ulcers, dermatitis, and supporting skin cell renewal.
• Nervous System – Traditionally valued for anxiety, mood swings, depression, stress, tension, insomnia, and emotional imbalance.
• Immune Support – Traditionally used during chickenpox, shingles, cold sores, and herpes simplex challenges.
• Digestive – Traditionally used for flatulence, gastroenteritis, indigestion, stress-related loss of appetite, colic, gallbladder support, and liver support.
• Urinary – Traditionally used for cystitis, urinary infections, and vaginal irritation when appropriately diluted.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Traditionally used during grief and major life transitions
• Supports emotional balance and resilience
• Helps ease agitation, fear, panic, loneliness, and self-blame
• Particularly valued for releasing unexpressed anger
• Encourages confidence, strength, optimism, and joy
• Supports emotional clarity during uncertainty and indecision
Blends Well With
Neroli, Orange, Lavender, Rosemary, Chamomile, Geranium, Jasmine, Lemon, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, and Ylang Ylang.
Health & Safety
• Phototoxic – avoid direct sunlight or UV exposure after topical application.
• Use with care on sensitive skin.
• Patch test before first use.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
