Organic essential oil -Bergamot

Latin name: Citrus bergamiaPart of the plant used: fruit peelSource: MediterraneanExtraction method: cold expressionBergamot essential oil is extracted by expression from the ripe and unripe fruits of the bergamot orange tree. This essential oil, which smells of citrus but sweet, is ideal for creating a relaxed and happy feeling. It is useful in treating urinary tract infections, skin problems, and boosts the functions of the liver, spleen, and stomach. Organic bergamot essential oil is used in aromatherapy to treat depression, stress, tension, low self-confidence, fear, and hysteria. It is useful for healing skin infections such as general wounds, psoriasis, cold sores, and eczema. This oil is said to help people suffering from SAD (Seasonal Affected Disorder), PMS, compulsive eating, postnatal depression, colds, and flu. Bergamot oil is a favorite in aromatherapy and is used in vaporizers, massages, and mixed with bath water. Experts advise caution when using this oil on sensitive skin if it is exposed to sunlight after application, as this can cause burns. Stay out of the sun if this oil has been used on the skin. The name Bergamot is derived from the city of Bergamo in Lombardy, Italy, where oil was first sold. It has been cultivated since the sixteenth century in Mediterranean countries such as Italy and Greece. It has been used in the perfume and food industries (Earl Grey tea) for a long time. While the essential oil has begun to be extracted more recently, the fruit and its essence and flavor have been used in traditional medicine for hundreds of years.