Bergamot Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus bergamia Risso
Country of origin: Italy
Plant Part: The peels of the fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour:
Grapefruit Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus paradisi Macfayden
Country of origin:
Plant Part: The fresh peel of the fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour:
Lemon Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus limon (L.) Burm. F.
Country of origin:
Plant Part: The ripe peel of the fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour:
Lime Oil Distilled
Botanical Names: Citrus aurantifolia (Swingle)
Country of origin: Mexico
Plant Part: The juice and/or the whole crushed fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Distillation
Odour:
Mandarin Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus reticulata blanco
Country of origin:
Plant Part: The peels of the ripe fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour:
Orange Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck
Country of origin: Valencia
Plant Part: The peels of the fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour:
Tangerine Oil
Botanical Names: Citrus reticulata blanco
Country of origin:
Plant Part: The fresh peel of the fruit
Appearance: Not listed
Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Expression
Odour
Nervous System
essential oil has an affinity with the nervous system and may assist with tension and irritability and stress. It’s balancing action can be useful with mood swings. It is also included in many blends for sleep.
Immune System
Can be used supportively with the immune system.
Respiratory System
Can be used supportively with the respiratory system, especially useful at the onset of feeling ‘one degree under’.
Skin
May help improve the appearance of oily skin and hair. Also, deodorant properties with its fresh aroma.
The following ways to use the essential oil should help you to get the most benefit from the it.
For use with the Nervous System
Diffuser Method
Add between 3-8 drops (depending on room size) of Lime essential oil to the surface of the water in your diffuser. Or onto the pad in fan-driven vaporisers. Replenish as needed. May be combined in a blend with other essential oils up to the maximum amount of drops. Blends well with most other essential oils.
Aromatherapy Inhaler
Aromatherapy inhalers are perfect for personal use and very convenient when on the go. In an empty nasal inhaler (available online) add between 2-4 drops of Lime essential oil onto the pad within the inhaler.
Use whenever a boost of energy is required, by gently breathing in from the nasal inhaler.
For use with the immune and respiratory systems
Diffuser Method
Diffusing Bergamot essential oil into your environment can be particularly beneficial at the onset of feeling ‘one degree under’. It may also support depleted energy levels useful at this time.
Add between 3-8 drops (depending on room size) of Bergamot essential oil to the surface of the water in your diffuser. Or onto the pad in fan-driven vaporisers. Replenish as needed. May be combined in a blend with other essential oils up to the maximum amount of drops. Blends well with most other essential oils.
For use with the skin
Balance Skin Moisturiser
Using Bergamot essential oil in your handmade moisturiser is a great way to apply the oil and may help to support the health of your skin.
The dilution ratio will be 0.4% (2 drops in 25ml/gm of carrier or base moisturiser) for adults bodily application.
Bergamot essential oil unless rectified is phototoxic, meaning that consideration is needed when applying to the skin.
For use with the nervous system
Bergamot Rollerball
Using Bergamot essential oil in a rollerball is a wonderful way to benefit from it’s calming and balancing aroma
In a 15ml empty rollerball bottle, combine Bergamot essential oil with 10ml of suitable carrier oil. Between 1 drop max and 1 drop of another essential oil such as lavender .
Maximum of 2 drops if wanting to apply to the face, such as on the temples.
For bodily application up to 5 drops is appropriate.
Blends well with most other essential oils.
Non-toxic. Non-irritant, non-sensitising in dilution. Short shelf-life use fresh.
Use bergapten -free bergamot. (FCF) or otherwise do not use in concentrations of more than 0.4% (2 drops in 25ml) if exposed to the sun or using a sunbed within 12 hours of application. If blending with other phototoxic oils adhere to the total dilution of the essential oil with the lowest concentration allowable for phototoxic oils.
Buffering in the bath is always advised if using Bergamot which is not FCF if exposure to the sun is possible within 12 hours.
Please consult your healthcare professional before using essential oils if you are taking medication or have pre-existing medical conditions or during pregnancy.
Essential oils are not for internal use. Do not ingest.
Essential oils should always be diluted to the appropriate dilution ratio before use on the skin.
Avoid contact with sensitive areas such as the eyes.
Keep out of the reach of children and away from animals.