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Latin Name
Citrus Bergamia
Extraction
Expression from the rind of fresh fruit
Originates from:
Sicily, Italy, Morocco
Aroma:
Subtle spicy lemon/orange
Note: Top
Keyword/Character: Uplifting to mind and body
Colour: Emerald green/brown
Constituents:
Bergamotine (lactone), Bergaptene (Furocoumarine phot-sens), Limonene(Terp), Linalyl acetate (Ester)
Properties:
Excellent antiseptic, Uplifting nerve tonic, Increases cell photosensitivity, Calming, Powerful disinfectant, Astringent, Diuretic, Calminitive, Laxative, Anti viral, Stomachic
Physiological:
Boils, Acne oily congested skin, Cystitis, Digestive problems, Indigestion, Infections of respiratory system, Sensitive skin, Thrush, Herpes, Psoriasis.
Psychological:
Depression, anxiety, PMT, stress.
Contra Action:
Avoid babies, Infants, Children. Avoid strong sunlight (Phot-sensetive)irritant to the skin.
Blends Well With:
Camomile, Cypress, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli, Ylang Ylang,