Recipes Essential oil bergamot

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Energizing bergamot diffuser blend

Use an aroma diffuser to mix:

• 5 drops of bergamot essential oil
• 2 drops of sweet orange essential oil
• 3 drops of geranium essential oil

 

Bedtime soothing blend

Use a spoon of carrier oil (almond, for example) and add:

• 2 drops of bergamot oil
• 2 drops of lavender oil

 

Blend well and massage your body to relax tense muscles and joints.

And if you have a bathtub, mix:

• 5 drops of bergamot oil
• 5 drops of lavender oil
• 5 drops of ylang-ylang oil

 

Let this good-night-sleep blend soak all worries and anxiety away. Breathe in, breathe out. Repeat.

Bergamot essence for hair growth

Although it is mostly used for relaxation and pain management, bergamot oil can also be applied to the scalp to stimulate blood flow and microcirculation and to clean the skin from bacteria that may be causing dandruff or itching. The stimulating and antibacterial properties of bergamot oil make it a good choice if you want to revive and nourish your hair. Here are a couple of easy recipes to try at home:

• 5 drops of bergamot essential oil
• 5 drops of mint essential oil
• 5 drops of clary sage essential oil
• 50 ml of almond oil (or another carrier oil of choice)

 

Apply and massage your scalp well. Leave the mixture for at least 20 minutes and then rinse thoroughly.

If you suffer from hair loss or your hair is very thin and prone to breakage, try this:

• 5 drops of bergamot essential oil
• 8 drops of rosemary essential oil
• 100 ml of sweet almond oil (as a base to dilute the essential oils)

 

Apply and massage your scalp well. Leave the mixture for 1 hour and then rinse thoroughly.

Bergamot oil for skin

Bergamot oil can help you cope with oily skin and has a lightening effect on the skin. If you want to use it to reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation, keep in mind that you should avoid the sun for at least 12 hours after applying bergamot oil to the skin. Generally, it is recommended to use skin-lightening cosmetics during fall and winter, when the UV index is much lower. 

Try this home-made facial scrub:

• 50 ml of sweet almond oil
• 3 spoons sugar
• 10 drops of bergamot essential oil

 

Mix bergamot essential oil and carrier oil and then add the sugar. Stir well and store in a jar. Wash your face with the mixture twice a week.

Please keep in mind that all the information hereby is provided for informational purposes. Self-administration of high doses of bergamot oil for long periods can harm your health, especially if you have chronic diseases, are pregnant, or take medications. 

If you have been diagnosed with a chronic disease, please consult a professional aromatherapist or a medical doctor if you want to include bergamot oil as an alternative or complementary remedy to your prescribed medications.