Bergamot oil is extracted from the rinds of citrus fruit (Citrus bergamia) that grow on bergamot orange trees. If you’re a fan of Earl Grey tea, you’re already enjoying the distinctive taste of bergamot, which is used to flavor it.
Bergamot’s distinctive, citrusy scent is used in both men’s and women’s personal care products. It can be found in perfumes, cologne, toiletries, and cosmetics. Edible bergamot oil is used as a food and drink flavoring.
Bergamot oil aromatherapy
Bergamot essential oil is highly touted for its soothing use as an aromatherapy treatment. Here are a few ways you can keep its scent close:
Mix bergamot essential oil with a carrier oil to use as a body lotion or for massage.
Add two to five drops of Bergamot essential oil to products such as body wash, shampoo, and facial scrubs.
Using bergamot oil with other essential oils
Many other essential oils can provide similar benefits. Try experimenting with the ones you like, and mixing them with each other. Some to try include:
Lavender oil. Lavender is a classic scent for aromatherapy. It’s often used in skin, hair, and acne products and treatments.
Tea tree oil. Touted for its antibacterial properties, tea tree oil may fight acne and soothe skin inflammation.
Chamomile oil. Soothing as a tea or on the skin, chamomile may also elevate mood.
Using bergamot oil with other essential oils
Many other essential oils can provide similar benefits. Try experimenting with the ones you like, and mixing them with each other. Some to try include:
Lavender oil. Lavender is a classic scent for aromatherapy. It’s often used in skin, hair, and acne products and treatments.
Tea tree oil. Touted for its antibacterial properties, tea tree oil may fight acne and soothe skin inflammation.
Chamomile oil. Soothing as a tea or on the skin, chamomile may also elevate mood.
