Essential Oils: The Antiseptic Properties of Bergamot

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Essential Oils: The Antiseptic Properties of Bergamot

Essential oils are the substance that naturally occurs in a variety of plants which grow all over the world. In order to benefit from all the rich aspects essential oils have to offer, it is important to look at each structural source as an individual and unique frame of reference. The therapeutic "signature" of each plant, tree or fruit, is its essence, or essential oil.

Below is the essential oil of the day. Essential oils have a broad range

of activities for health, beauty, and emotional well-being. The oil is listed by name, their botanical name and their general use. Listed are several oils that blend well with the essential oil. The source and production methods, its physical and emotional benefits, the way it smells and any warnings it heeds.

Botanical name: Citrus bergamia, Citrus aurantium

Use: Antiseptic properties. Makes it useful for urinary tract infections, acne and skin problems, cystitis, arthritis, respiratory ailments, cold sores and other herpes related ailments.

Perfume Note: Top

Blends well with: Neroli, Orange, Rosemary

Source: rinds of the fruit

Production method: pressing or expression

Aromatherapy benefits: Refreshes, uplifts

Aroma type: Lovely light lemon, orange citrus aroma.

Warning: Do not apply to the skin before going out into the sun for it can increase the susceptibility of the skin to severe burning.

Safety Information: photo toxic

Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac

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