This oil has been used in Italian traditional medicine for years and was named after the city of Bergamot in Lombardy, Italy. Extraction by cold expression of the nearly ripe fruit produces a light green-yellow liquid. Its aroma is fresh, sweet, and fruity with a slightly spicy balsamic undertone. Turns brownish-olive with age. Skin Care: Acne, boils, cold sores, eczema, insect bites, oily complexion, psoriasis, scabies, spots, varicose ulcers, wounds. Also useful as an insect repellent. Respiratory System: Halitosis, mouth infections, sore throat, tonsillitis. Digestive System: Flatulence, loss of appetite. Genito-Urinary System: Cystitis, leukorrhea, pruritis, thrush. Immune System: Colds, fever, flu, infectious diseases. Nervous System: Anxiety, depression, stress-related conditions. Safety: Phototoxic; extreme care must be taken when using this oil in dermal applications. Blends well with: Lavender, jasmine, geranium, lemon, chamomile, clary sage, neroli. |