Bergamot
Latin name: Citrus Bergamia
Origin: Ivory Coast
From: Fruit Peel
Process: Cold Expression
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aroma Profile: Bergamot oil yields a citrus-like fragrance, with a distinctive spicy-floral quality. The scent is both spicy and sweet and is prized in perfumery for its ability to blend well with other aromas to produce pleasing, complex scents.
Historically, bergamot essential oil was an important ingredient in Eau de Cologne, a perfume originally concocted by Johann Maria Farina at the beginning of the 18th century.
Emotionally speaking, Bergamot oil is all about one's sense of self: self-love, self-worth, self-acceptance, self-judgment, self-hatred. This oil helps us do the work necessary to step out of our fears of not being good enough, or our habits of holding back for fear of rejection of Who We Are, and helps us to learn to love and accept ourselves. It teaches us to find validation within, accept our own authenticity, and not spend so much time worrying about what others will think about it.
Some people treat a skin condition called psoriasis by applying bergamot oil directly to the skin and then shining long-wave ultraviolet (UV) light on the affected area. Bergamot oil is also applied to the skin (used topically) for a tumor caused by a fungal infection (mycosis fungoides) and for pigment loss (vitiligo). It is also used as an insecticide to protect the body against lice and other parasites.
Bergamot oil is used in aromatherapy to reduce anxiety, particularly during radiation treatment.
Contraindications:
⚠️ Bergamot oil has several active chemicals. In some people, these chemicals can make the skin sensitive to sunlight. Medications that increase sensitivity to sunlight (Photosensitizing drugs) interacts with BERGAMOT.
⚠️ Diabetes: Bergamot might lower blood sugar levels. This could affect blood sugar control in people with diabetes and cause blood sugar levels to go to low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
⚠️Surgery: Bergamot might lower blood sugar. There is some concern that it might interfere with blood sugar control during surgery. Stop using bergamot at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
⚠️ Not for consumption.
⚠️ Oils must not be used to replace medicine.
Magickal Attributes:
Element: Earth, Fire, Air
Spiritual Properties: Balance, Joy, Strength
Planetary Attributes: Sun, Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini, Virgo
Deities: Persephone, Fortuna, Hermes, Mercury
Ritual uses: Abundance, Confidence, Vivid Dreams, Happiness, Joy, Love, Luck, Peace, Protection, Physical Energy and Success.
Bergamot Essential Oil is one of the Angelic Fragrances. It can clear away the fogginess that often muddles us, allowing the higher spiritual self to become attuned to our helpers. This has no specifics attached, except it is a receiver.
Feminine Energies: Bergamot Essential Oil is original and persuasive. It can help manage the effects of depression and is also said to aid in one’s sex life. It mitigates out crises and allows you to get what you want.
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Bibliography:
www.back-to-basics.com.au
www.webmd.com
The Complete Books of Incense, Oils & Brews by Scott Cunningham
www.aromaweb.com