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Bergamot: Oil, Benefits

This is a member of the citrus family and the oil is extracted by pressing the peel of the fruit. Bergamot essence is used to make Earl Grey tea and gives it its characteristic perfume. Bergamot is a powerful antiseptic and an appetite stimulant. It must not be used neat on the skin because it can cause pigmentation marks.

Cold sores

Blend into a carrier oil and apply to the cold sore with a cotton bud every few hours.

Oily, spotty skin

Blend into a carrier oil (wheatgerm oil is good) and massage into the affected area. You can also steam your face with bergamot mixed with boiling water.

Psoriasis

Blend into a carrier oil (evening primrose oil is helpful for psoriasis) and massage into the affected area, or add to the bathwater.

Cystitis

Add to the bathwater and soak in it for 15 minutes.