Bergamot Essential oil

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Benefits of Bergamot Essential Oil
1. Fight infection
Thanks to its antibacterial and antibiotic properties, Bergamot Essential Oil can inhibit the growth of bacteria and prevent future infection.

2. Alleviate pain
Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic compounds, Bergamot oil stimulates the secretion of hormones which lessen nerve sensitivity and act as a natural painkiller.

Peppermint oil and lavender oil are also both effective and natural pain remedies.

3. Relieve stress
Dr Couic Marinier hails Bergamot Essential Oil for “its calming and purifying properties”.

As a relaxant, Bergamot Essential Oil alleviates tension, anxiety and depression. By reducing the levels of cortisol in the body, as well as promoting feelings of cheerfulness and energy, Bergamot oil is a natural mood booster.

4. Aid digestion
Used for centuries in Chinese medicine to treat stomach problems, Bergamot Essential Oil activates and increases the secretion of digestive acids, enzymes and soothing properties.

Dr Couic Marinier recommends using Bergamot oil to combat “constipation, difficult digestion, loss of appetite and indigestion”.

5. Lower blood pressure
With its ability to improve the digestive process and promote the increased absorption of nutrients, Bergamot Essential Oil assimilates the breakdown of sugar and can achieve a lower blood pressure.

What is Bergamot Essential Oil used for?
Renew
Packed full of antioxidants, Bergamot Essential Oil is the ultimate ingredient to keep free radicals at bay, the number one culprit of premature skin ageing. Use Bergamot Essential Oil to keep your skin youthful.

Heal
Whether it’s acne, scars, blemishes or pigmentation, Bergamot Essential Oil tones and soothes your complexion.

Purify
Thanks to its antibacterial properties, Bergamot Essential Oil is a natural cleanser. It’s particularly good for oily skin, helping to unclog pores and balance sebum levels.

For skin that leans on the dry side, look to Chamomile oil to purify and nourish the skin.

Where does Bergamot Essential Oil come from?
Bergamot oil: the Essential Oil that divides historians. Some say it came from Asia, others believe it originated in Italy and some think it derived from the Canary Islands. Regardless, it’s certainly been used for centuries for its numerous benefits pertaining to the mind, body and health.

History of Bergamot Essential Oil
Italian origins
Bergamot Essential Oil has been used in Italian folk medicine and Ayurvedic medicine for hundreds of years as a cure to a whole host of conditions, including those related to digestion, skin health and fever.