Bergamot, Distilled

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(Citrus bergamia)
Uplifting, promotes restful sleep and hormonal balance, supports healthy immune response and urinary system function. (Bergapten-free, thus not phototoxic)

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Bergamot, Distilled
Citrus bergamia

Plant Origin: Italy
Method: Steam Distilled from peel
Cultivation: Unsprayed (organically grown but not certified)
Chemical Family: Ester
Aroma: Fresh, citrusy, spicy, herbaceous, slighly balsamic
Note (Evaporation Rate): Top-Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot#110
limonene 36.11%
linaly acetate 29.44%
linalool 14.39%
beta-pinene 7.29%
gamma-terpinene 6.51%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Medication/Health Issue: There are no known contraindications. To avoid skin sensitization risk, do not use old and oxidized oils.

Therapeutic Uses Bergamot steam distilled oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Acne
Anxiety, agitation, nervous tension
Anorexia nervosa
Appetite (may regulate when inhaled before meals)
Astringent
Bacteria, typhus
Brain Injury
Calming
Cancer
Chicken Pox
Concussion
Cold sores
Convalescence
Cough
Cystitis
Deodorant
Digestion, colic, gas, indigestion
Disinfectant (inhibits growth of germs, virus, fungi, infections)
Eczema
Fever
Fever Blister
Flu
Folliculitis - see Newsmax article
Herpes Simplex 1 (cold sores, shingles, chicken pox)
High Blood Pressure (is calming)
Hormones
Inflammation
Infections (bacterial and fungal)
Insect deterrent
Insomnia
Laxative
Muscle, cramps, spasms
Oral, gargle, infection
Pain
Parasites (intestinal)
Parasympathetic
PMS
Psoriasis
Respiratory
Shingles
Skin, acne, burns, cold sores, eczema, herpes, oily, psoriasis
Sleep
Spasms
Stress
Tumor
Uplifting
Urethritis
UTI (urinary track infection)
Virus
Vitiligo (see testimony below)
Wheezing
Wounds

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends containing Distilled Bergamot
Balance
Dr. Hull's Sleep
Evening Peace
Focus
Mother's Blend
Sleepy Time
Sunshine
White Shield

Articles and Aromatherapy Literature Information

Be Aware of Misinformation
Natural Health/Weight Loss Benefits of Bergamot Essential Oil
This "study" claims that Bergamot essential oil contains extremely large amounts of polyphenols," but there are -0- polyphenols found in essential oils. This reported "benefit" has no relevance to the essential oil of Bergamot. While Bergamot essential oil has a number of beneficial properties, it is not one and the same as the fresh fruit.

Is Bergamot Oil Toxic for Children? Robert Tisserand explains the fallacy of this notion.

Bergamot for Pre-Procedural Anxiety Jesse Hawkins | Franklin Institute of Wellness
“Bergamot aromatherapy for 10-15 minutes [smelling from the bottle or drops on a cotton ball or personal nasal inhaler] is significantly effective at reducing overall anxiety scores among adults with symptoms of anxiety as compared to a placebo. The effect of Bergamot oil inhalation appears to be similar among males and females, but is not found in pediatric population in pre-procedural settings [Sweet Orange is the suggested alternative]. This analysis reveals that short-term symptoms of anxiety may be effectively treated with noninvasive environmental interventions as alternatives to pharmaceuticals.”

Folliculitis: Top Natural Supplements for Treatment by Newsmax

Bergamot: Basic research to Clinical Application PubMed

Bergamot inhaled was shown to “exert psychological and physiological effects in a relatively short time. PubMed article

Bergamot: "After two 10-minute aromatherapy sprays with Bergamot essential oil on elementary school teachers, the parasympathetic nervous system was enhanced and shown on corresponding physiological parameters. Aromatherapy seems to drive autonomic nervous activity toward a balanced state. Subjects with moderate and high degrees of anxiety benefited more than the light anxiety group." PubMed article

Lawless notes that Bergamot is soothing for the digestion system and can ease tension and anxiety, thus it also has a soothing affect to respiratory system and help settle wheezing and coughing. Shirley and Len Price note that Bergamot produces a "mouth-watering aroma" when inhaled before meals, thus possibly improving appetite.

According to Patricia Davis, Bergamot is “one of the most valuable oils (along with Chamomile, Sandalwood and Tea Tree) in treating cystitis and urethritis. Bergamot oil, used in the very early stages, can often prevent the infection from spreading upwards in this way. It should be added to the bath, and used as a local wash (diluted 1% or even 0.5%). As a local wash, it is also valuable for the relief of vaginal itching and mild discharges (though important to ensure that the cause of any discharge is investigated).”

Bergamot has been found to inhibit the herpes simplex I virus, which causes cold sores. It is particularly effective in combination with Tea Tree and Lavender for the treatment of cold sores, chicken pox and shingles. (Davis)

Bergamot has been used for cystitis and urinary tract infections. Aromatherapists suggest to add no more than 3 drops to a bath and for using as a local wash. (Davis, Battaglia, Tisserand)

For eczema and psoriasis, Fischer-Rizzi suggests blending Bergamot with Rock Rose (Cistus) and Helichrysum.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Bergamot does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Steam distilled Bergamot is not phototoxic. Furanocoumarins are present in cold pressed Bergamot, but the molecules are not volatile and remain behind during steam distillation.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler

Internal: Bergamot is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French aromatherapy" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application. Click here for information about internal usage.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. When I added Bergamot to our Respiratory Relief and Lung Support blends after reading about it helping asthmatics, my 2 year old finally stopped wheezing and coughing. I used it in a diffuser with Respiratory Relief and Lung support. It was our last shot before resorting to the albuterol. We just added two drops. It has been a staple ever since. - Mary

2. About a year ago I noticed light spots on my arms and suspected it was vitiligo, but it was not officially diagnosed as such. I remembered reading somewhere that Bergamot has helped people with vitiligo. About six weeks ago I began to faithfully apply it topically to these spots every morning. They are almost gone now.
[HEO Caution: Hopewell's distilled Bergamot is not phototoxic. You should avoid applying undistilled Bergamot to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or UV light within 24-36 hours as severe burning can occur.]

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends Containing Bergamot
Balance
Dr. Hull’s Sleep
Evening Peace
Focus
Mother’s
Renew
Sleepy Time
Sunshine
White Shield

Safety
The International Fragrance Research Association says that the amount of Bergamot used in topical preparations should be limited to a maximum of 0.4%, except in bath preparations such as soaps and other bath products which are washed off the skin. (Tisserand/Balacs)

Is Bergamot Oil Toxic for Children? Robert Tisserand explains the fallacy of this notion.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Davis, P., Aromatherapy An A-Z, C.W. Daniel Company Ltd, 2000, p. 55-57
Lawless, J. The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, 1992, page 57-58.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, page 24.
Rose, J, 375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols, Frog Ltd, 1999
Price, Shirley and Len, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Third Edition, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2008
Tisserand, Robert, Balacs T., Essential Oil Safety, 1st Edition 1993.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Bloomsbury Publishing, 1996, 255-256.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 571.

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