EDITION Reed Diffuser Set - Notes of Black Tea, Sicilian Bergamot, and Cedarwood - 220 ml

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Bergamot is rich in beneficial plant compounds known as polyphenols, including the flavonoids neoeriocitrin, neohesperidin, and naringin ( 1, 2). What bergamot actually is, where it comes from, and some interesting facts about its historical use Meanwhile, the oil and peel from the citrus fruit can be found in many medicines, and may help with high cholesterol levels, among other things. 3 What is bergamot? Bergamot plants produce flowers that have an extremely distinctive look about them. The flower heads consist of several tubular flowers that grow from the centre, creating a shaggy dome of petals. Bergamot flowers appear from early summer right through to early autumn. 5 What does bergamot smell like?

Remember how we mentioned to you about bergamot’s aroma being zesty, floral and well, just fresh? When you diffuse bergamot or combine it with a carrier oil and rub it into your skin, the citrusy, uplifting burst of freshness it gives off can really help perk you up! To get the quality score, we’re looking at a number of factors, but typically we’re studying the brand of the product, the warranty included and basing it on what customers have to say about the quality. While bergamot tea is generally considered safe for healthy people, there may be some risks associated with overconsumption. The biggest thing you need to be aware of is that like most citrus oils, bergamot essential oil can cause photosensitivity. This means that if you’ve used this oil topically (e.g., in a lotion), it can cause you to sunburn more easily than you would otherwise. Avoid getting too much sun when using bergamot essential oil, especially immediately after application and/or if you’re in a hot climate.When applied topically, bergamot oil should be diluted with a cold-pressed carrier oil that ideally contains no more than 0.4% bergamot due to its potential side effects. 20 The plant compounds in bergamot may provide a variety of health benefits, but most studies have focused on bergamot essential oil, juice, or supplements instead of tea ( 1).

Bergamot is generally thought to be safe for most people, but it can depend on the way you take it. 16,17 Bergamot oil can be used for bathing, inhaled or applied directly to the skin. You might experience different side effects depending on how you choose to use it. They also had lower levels of corticosterone in their bodies, which is the animal version of the stress hormone, cortisol. Here’s one of my favorite diffuser blends with bergamot to promote feelings of calm after a long day: How have you used bergamot in your DIY projects? Do you enjoy it in your diffuser? Let us know in the comments below!Neroli - Morocco. A sensual floral scent, fresh and slightly narcotic, symbol of pureness and eternal youth. All right, this sounds a little gross, but the components of bergamot essential oil can stimulate your body to increase hormonal secretions. In other words components like limonene and alpha-pinene make it easier for your stomach to produce “digestive juices.” In addition to these hormonal effects, bergamot essential oil also helps to maintain an already healthy blood pressure. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years. One of the most popular essential oils is bergamot, but what is it and what can it be used for? 1

If you’re worried about taking too much aspirin , bergamot essential oil is a wonderful way to relieve your tension. The easiest and most relaxing way to calm your nerves is to run it through your diffuser while resting with your eyes closed—about ten minutes of this and you should start feeling better. If you can’t use a diffuser because you’re at work or school, try using a portable diffuser or simply put a few drops into a clean hand towel. Bergamot is a citrus fruit common in Europe and tropical areas. Commercially, it’s primarily grown in the Calabria region of Italy. It’s sometimes called a bergamot orange even though it has more of a lemon-y taste, except sweeter. Bergamot oil is also said to have similar qualities to grapefruit essential oil, in that it’s antiseptic, antispasmodic and analgesic (pain relieving). It has also been linked to potentially helping with skin concerns. Note - bergamot oil contains the highest concentration of bergapten of any essential oil. It’s so phototoxic oil that soaking in a bath with a few drops may trigger photosensitivity. To prevent this from happening, carry out a patch test to see how your skin responds to it. 21 Takeaway Based on these results, drinking bergamot tea may benefit your heart health. Still, more studies are needed. May aid digestion

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Seasonal discomforts that to crop up during the spring months when birds are singing, the sun is shining, and the pollen levels are through the roof . This powerful little blend clears me right up: Bergamot essential oil is a fantastic addition to your homemade diffuser blends. It pairs extremely well with most oils in the minty or menthol categories like peppermint or eucalyptus. It can also add an uplifting note to popular and beneficial oils like lavender or frankincense. Some variations of the tea are made from the wild herb bee balm, which is known scientifically as Monarda didyma. This herb smells similar to bergamot and has been used medicinally by Native Americans for centuries.

These polyphenols act as antioxidants, which fight reactive molecules called free radicals that can cause cell damage and disease ( 3).Either put a few drops of bergamot oil in a diffuser and breathe in the scent or rub some on your chest, providing it’s been blended with a carrier oil first. As is the case with all essential oils, never apply neat bergamot oil to your skin because it can cause adverse reactions. You should always apply topical bergamot oil with a carrier oil, as using it at full strength could irritate skin and cause allergic reactions. The tea leaves are either sprayed with bergamot extract or essential oil, or mixed with dried bergamot rinds, giving the tea a mild citrus-like taste.