Has a refreshing sweet scent, sharper and spicier than lemon. This Bergamot essential oil has had the Bergapten (furocoumarin) that is naturally present in cold pressed Bergamot removed from it. This is because Bergapten is highly phototoxic which means that any leave-on product that exceeds a miniscule amount (0.4%) of Bergamot oil runs the risk of causing severe phototoxic reactions such as burning, blistering and skin pigmentation changes. This makes it safe to use this type of Bergapten free Bergamot oil on skin that is exposed to the sun. However, all the usual natural positive qualities of Bergamot oil remain, such as: helping to balance emotions, uplift one's mood and relieve the symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress; and assisting the healing of cold sores, wounds, acne, spots, boils, eczema, psoriasis, bites, stings and oily complexions.

Botanical Name: Citrus bergamia   

Method of Extraction: Cold pressed

Part Typically Used: Peel

Country of Origin: Italy

Class: Ester

Typical Major Constituents
Limonene - 40%
Linalylacetate - 26%
Linalool - 10%
Pinene <beta-> - 6%
Terpinene <gamma> - 7%
Pinene <alpha> - 1%
Sabinene – 1%
Myrcene - 1%

Description: Emerald green – yellow/green oil. Refreshing sweet scent, sharper and spicier than lemon.

Actions: Nervine Tonic, Analgesic, Antiseptic (Pulmonary, Genito-urinary), Antidepressant, Adrenal Stimulant, Sedative, Vulnerary, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Diuretic, Vermifuge, Parasiticide, Rubefacient, Deodorant.

Blends Well With: Most oils, but especially Lavender, Tea tree, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Neroli, Rose, Rosewood, Cypress, Lemon, Geranium, Yarrow,  German Chamomile, Juniper, Basil,   Clary Sage, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, Grapefruit & Jasmine.

Safety Data: Unlike ordinary Bergamot essential oil this type is not photo-toxic as the Bergapten (furocoumarin) has been removed from this oil. This makes it safe to use on the skin (diluted) particularly when used in cosmetic applications.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

Skincare:  Assists healing Cold sores, Wounds, Acne, Spots & Boils, Eczema, Psoriasis, Bites and stings. Oily complexion. Scalp infection, scabies, chicken pox & shingles.

Nervous System: Nervous anxiety & Butterflies, uplifting & Refreshing, Depression, Stress related conditions, Anorexia Nervosa, Nightmares, and Insomnia. Helps with courage and confidence.

Digestive: Stimulates appetite, rids intestinal parasites, Adult colic, flatulence.

Genito-urinary / Endocrine Systems: Cystitis, Leucorrhea, Pruritis.

Immune: Anti-viral qualities fight the herpes virus - shingles, cold-sores, chicken pox.

Respiratory: Mouth infections, sore throat and bad breath.

Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural

At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.

The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.

Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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