Bergamot Essential Oil

Known for its warm, vanilla-like aroma, Benzoin essential oil is not a true essential oil but a resinous extract used for its soothing and therapeutic properties. It offers anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and sedative benefits, making it ideal for calming the mind, easing respiratory issues, and alleviating joint and skin discomforts.

Botanical name	Citrus bergamia
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Family	Rutaceae family
Characteristics	Light greenish-yellow liquid with a fresh sweet fruity, slightly spicy-balsamic undertone
Note	Top note
Used in blend(s)	Inner Strength, Rose Aroha
Plant parts used	Peel of the nearly ripe fruit
Method of extraction	Cold expression
Folklore & History	Bergamot takes its name from Bergamo, a small town in Italy where it was first cultivated. Renowned for its sweet, perfume-like flavor, it is most famously used as the key ingredient in Earl Grey tea. Historically, Bergamot has been cherished for its refreshing and calming effects.
Origin	Italy
Properties	Bergamot essential oil is known for its analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, carminative, febrifuge, and sedative properties. It helps alleviate insomnia, anxiety, depression, and emotional stress in the nervous system. It supports the digestive system by easing colic, flatulence, and indigestion. In the respiratory system, it assists with bronchitis, coughs, and colds while providing relief for urinary tract infections. It is also effective in treating various skin conditions like wounds, herpes, acne, and eczema, and is known for its uplifting effects on the mind and spirit.
Contraindications	Bergamot is phototoxic and may cause skin pigmentation when applied before exposure to sunlight or UV light. For this reason Zen Gaia uses a bergapten-free oil in any body products. Always consult a healthcare provider before use, particularly if you are pregnant or have underlying health conditions.
Further information	Healthline - About Bergamot Oil