Bergamot oil: properties and tips for use

Bergamot essential oil has been known for its unique properties for a long time. Most often, the product is used as a cosmetic product. It is included in the products of the most famous brands in the field of cosmetology and perfumery. What is the uniqueness of this oil and how to use it correctly? Let's try to understand this issue.

The product is made from the peel of fruits, flowers and leaves. The resulting liquid tastes bitter, but has a fresh fruit smell, for which it is appreciated in perfumery circles. The scent of citrus soothes the nervous system, relaxes, reduces anxiety and improves mood.

But the main value of the yellow-green consistency is not in its aroma, but in its rich chemical composition.

Consider the components of a miraculous product.

• Limonene. This substance fights carcinogens, and also has a positive effect on liver cells. The plant contains approximately 49% limonene.
• Linalyl acetate. It is this element that is the source of the amazing aroma of the fruit. Its share in essential oil is 17%.
• Linalool. This substance gives the oil the scent of lily of the valley. It has a calming effect on the nervous and circulatory system. The product contains about 10%.

The use of aromatic oil is universal, and in each case it effectively fights the problem due to the following medicinal properties:

• antibacterial;
• anti-inflammatory;
• antispasmodic;
• sedative;
• pain relievers.

The rich composition of the oil and its beneficial qualities allow it to be used in many cases.

During depression, the patient feels a sense of hopelessness, chronic fatigue, indifference to life, loss of appetite. Often this condition is treated with medications that have many contraindications and lead to negative consequences for physical health.

Bergamot oil is a gentler and safer treatment for depression. One has only to drop it into the palm of the hand from the bottle, rub a few drops into the temples and neck area, and the symptoms of depression are blocked, the person calms down, and an interest in life appears.

In the event of signs of stress, a person experiences constant excitement, anxiety. There are hundreds of remedies currently on the public domain that can help manage stress, but many are addictive. Therefore, the oil of this citrus is an alternative option that has no side effects and relieves the symptoms of this condition well.

The product stimulates the mood hormones serotonin and dopamine, thereby reducing anxiety.

Pain in the head and muscles, cramps - this amazing remedy can again cope with these troubles. To do this, you need to dilute 5 drops of the product in the base base and massage the painful area. Doing so can also help reduce symptoms caused by arthritis or rheumatism. It is allowed to just breathe the smell of oil.

Bergamot oil ensures the active production of digestive juices, so that the organs can easily cope with the breakdown of food and its excretion. The tool has a beneficial effect on the smooth functioning of the intestines, and also helps to restore the functioning of the digestive tract after poisoning. In case of disorders associated with digestion, you should soak 4-5 drops of oil into the skin of the abdomen, repeat once a day.

The antiseptic qualities of the oil make it possible to effectively disinfect wounds and abrasions. This action should not be taken lightly, because bacteria in the wound can provoke the appearance of infection or tetanus. After lubricating a cotton pad with oil, you should treat the damaged area of ​​the skin. The microbes will die and the affected tissue will heal.

Diseases caused by bacteria in the body often cause fever. If you put an aroma lamp by the bed and inhale the scent of bergamot every other day at night, it will relieve stress symptoms, lower the temperature, and kill microbes, both external and internal.

Mixing 3-4 drops of oil with a glass of water makes a good mouthwash. The solution can be used not only as a method of prevention, but also to reduce toothache and eliminate inflammation of the gums.

Bergamot oil is often used as a remedy for colds. It helps to cope with microbes, relieves the body of toxins, and reduces the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory tract.

It is recommended to inhale the aroma of bergamot throughout the day to help fight viruses. If during the illness it becomes difficult to breathe, it is allowed to simply inhale the oil from the bottle. And if you dilute the medicine in hot water, you get a good means for inhalation.

Despite the invaluable benefits that bergamot oil brings to the body, this drug also has some contraindications that must be observed.

• Like any aromatic oil, it makes the skin more sensitive to the sun, which can cause burns and blisters. To avoid such consequences, it is better not to go out into the sun while using the oil on open skin areas.
• In rare cases, individual intolerance to the components of the drug may occur, therefore, it is recommended to test the drug for sensitivity before use.
• When applying, it is always necessary to dilute the bergamot oil in the base oil.
• Pregnant women should consult a physician prior to use. The same applies to the lactation period.
• Care should be taken to use the remedy for people suffering from diabetes mellitus, since bergamot can lower blood sugar levels.

Bergamot oil is most widely used in cosmetology. It is widely used by cosmetic companies for the production of skin, nail, and hair care products. Let's take a closer look at the benefits of the drug for each specific case.

Due to its properties the product is able to provide an invaluable service to hair health, namely:

• eliminates dandruff and seborrhea;
• controls the work of the sebaceous glands;
• nourishes and regenerates damaged hair cells;
• prevents cross-section and enhances growth;
• gives a healthy shine.

There are several ways to use the oil for hair health.

• Aroma combing. Lubricate the comb with 3-5 drops of oil and comb with it. If the problem is running, then you can apply the method every day for a month. For prevention, a couple of times a week is enough. This method of application nourishes the hair with medicinal substances, ensures its active growth. At the same time, it is better to abandon metal and plastic combs, since these materials, reacting with the product, can cause negative consequences. It is preferable to choose a wooden appliance or brush. The comb should be washed after each procedure. In case of headaches or irritation on the scalp, aroma combing should be stopped.
• Massage. In this case, you need to warm up the base oil and mix it with 6 drops of bergamot oil. The solution should be massaged on the scalp for 10 minutes. Another 10 minutes after the end of the massage, the hair must be thoroughly rinsed with shampoo. This method of application strengthens the hair, promotes its rapid growth, nourishes and moisturizes.
• Shampoo additive. To do this, add bergamot oil to a portion of the shampoo and rinse your hair in the usual way. Gradually, the hair becomes softer and silky, it grows quickly due to the rush of blood to the scalp.

• Masks. The advantage of this method is its versatility. The bergamot oil mask is suitable for women with any hair type and will help overcome any problem.

Consider the most popular mask options.

1. To enhance growth. Crush 8 tablets of brewer's yeast, mix with 2 egg yolks and 2 teaspoons of green tea, add 6 drops of bergamot oil and shake well. Apply to hair roots for 2 hours. Repeat the procedure daily for 2 weeks. The mask is designed to strengthen and prevent hair loss.
2. For damaged hair. Pour 25 g of black bread with 2 tablespoons of warmed milk whey, soften. Add 10 drops of oil. Lubricate the hair with the mixture for 1 hour. Perform the session twice a week for 2 months. The tool is able to eliminate hair damage caused by chemistry or mechanical stress.

The product is known for its antibacterial and healing properties, thanks to which it can fight the following facial skin problems:

• acne and post-acne;
• comedones;
• enlarged pores;
• uneven dermis color;
• violations of the hydrolipid balance;
• black spots.

It is possible to apply the oil by adding it to conventional face care products - washing gel, cleansing lotion, moisturizing cream. It is better to add ether gradually, and not to all products at once, otherwise you are likely to get burns or dehydration of the skin of the face. Approximate proportions - 20 drops of the product per 200 ml of cleansing gel, 10 drops - per 200 ml of tonic, 10 drops - per 45 ml of cream. It is better to choose one composition for adding ether.

Besides, it would be nice to make simple and high quality face masks.

You can use one of the recipes below.

• For deep cleansing. Stir five drops of bergamot ether with 1 tablespoon of grape seed oil and apply the substance to your face. Withstand the mask for 10 minutes. While washing off, massage the skin well. You can apply the mask once every 7 days. With regular use, impurities in the depths of the pores are cleaned.
• Against hyperpigmentation. Make a mixture of 1 tablespoon of white clay, 1 tablespoon of honey and the same amount of milk, add 5 drops of ether. Apply the consistency for half an hour. Repeat the session weekly for 3 months. The purpose of such a mask is to reduce the intensity of pigmentation.

The substances that make up bergamot oil, allow you to use it in connection with the following problems:

• tendency of nails to fungus;
• slow growth;
• weak nail plate.

There are several ways to use oil for nail health.

• Massage. Place 2 drops of oil on the back of your hand and rub well under your nails until completely absorbed. With regular use, the nail plate is strengthened, the nails are whitened and get a natural shine. It is recommended to do this massage every day, the duration of the course is 2 weeks. It is allowed to use this method on an ongoing basis during a manicure.
• Adding to the cream. Each hand cream application can be followed by adding 1 to 2 drops of oil to the moisturizer. Gradually, the nails will strengthen, they will stop flaking, the cracks will be eliminated.
• Bath. You can prepare a hand bath according to the following recipe: make a solution of sea salt and hot pure water in proportions of 1 teaspoon to 400 ml, drip 5 drops of almond oil and 3 drops of bergamot, ylang-ylang and grapefruit ether. Hold your hands in the resulting consistency for a while, and then rub it lightly with a towel so that the oil is absorbed. This recipe is recommended to be applied once a week for a course of 3 months. Such a bath moisturizes the skin of the hands, nourishes the nails with vitamins, and restores the destroyed nail plate.

For the product to benefit the skin of the body, it is recommended to take baths on its basis according to the following recipes.

• Moisturizing. Dissolve 10 drops of ether in 300 ml of warm milk. Lie in the bath for 15 minutes. It is advisable to do this every week for 1 month. Such a bath is able to overcome insomnia, relieve chronic fatigue, and moisturize the skin of the body.
• Against inflammation. Add two drops of oil to 300 ml of apple cider vinegar. Lie in the bath for 10 minutes. Repeat the procedure every week for 3 months. The recipe is designed to rid the skin of acne on the back and shoulders, eliminate irritation.

In general, the opinions of consumers of bergamot essential oil are positive. People are attracted to the citrus scent that improves their mood and encourages them to work. Some people use an aroma lamp in the morning to start their day with energy. Women use the oil in the evening after work, when the body is already tired, but the house is still full of chores.

There are buyers who make insect repellents from the oil.Consumers share recipes for safe household remedies to protect an apartment from flies, ants, and mosquitoes. Many people use the oil simply as an air freshener, noting that it is good at eliminating the smell of tobacco or burnt food.

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