Bergamot - Bergaptene Free (Calabrian) Oil

Bergamot is a little, delicate tree in the Rutaceae family that resembles various citrus trees like lemon and orange. Twice a year, it produces orange-like fruits. Bergamot oil comes from the skin of the fresh produce, as well as the twigs, rind, and leaves. It is native to Asia that is primarily grown in Calabria, Italy.

BERGAMOT ESSENTIAL OIL:-

The oil is extracted from the fresh peels of Poiteau and Citrus bergamia Risso using the cold expression process. It's yellowish-green, transparent, and smells fruity, and sweet.

Linalyl acetate (60%) and linalool (22%) are the major elements of essential oils. Bergamottin, Bergapten, citropten, and some alcohol are furocoumarins.

Bergamot Oil USES

1. Cicatrisant: The cosmetics industry requires this feature of oil to manufacture antiperspirants, creams, soaps, lotions, and skin moisturisers. It's also used in topical creams to treat acne scarring and skin marks.

2. Febrifuge: It is employed in the preparation of several antipyretic medicines since it promotes sebum and eccrine gland secretion. It also protects against a variety of germs and parasites that cause influenza and fever.

3. Analgesic: This essential oil relieves pain throughout the body. It increases Eicosanoid hormone release, which inhibits nerve pain. As a result, it's utilised to make pills that cure headaches, sprains, and muscular pains.

4. Stimulant and Antidepressant: The stimulating and antidepressant properties of Alpha Pinene and Limonene are found in oil. By increasing flow of blood, they provide a sensation of uplift, delight, and refreshment to people who are depressed.

5. Antiperspirant: The chemical bergamot AB 430 is the primary ingredient in antiperspirants. It prevents the development of microorganisms that cause body odour.