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Bergamot Essential Oil 10 ml

Name: Bergamot Essential Oil 10 ml
Brand: Sattva Ayurveda
SKU: OLE000243
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lifts mood and reduces cortisol levels — clinically confirmed in a study of 41 healthy women (PubMed 2015)

reduces stress and anxiety — linalool and linalyl acetate have an anxiolytic effect on the nervous system

balances Vata and Kapha — warms, energizes and breaks through emotional stagnation

Citrusy, fresh, with a floral and slightly spicy note — bergamot is the scent you know from Earl Grey but have never associated with tea. It is obtained from the peel of Citrus bergamia fruit — a hybrid of lemon and bitter orange, grown almost exclusively in Calabria, Italy. In Ayurveda it is used for depression, anxiety and a lack of appetite for life. One of the most clinically researched mood-influencing oils.

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You know this scent from Earl Grey. But that's just the tip of the iceberg.

Bergamot is a citrus fruit that never made it to the table — it made it into perfumery and aromatherapy instead. Its oil is one of the most widely used perfumery ingredients in the world and, at the same time, one of the most thoroughly clinically studied oils that affect mood. A 2015 clinical study of 41 healthy women found that inhaling bergamot oil lowers salivary cortisol levels to a statistically significant degree, reduces perceived anxiety and improves mood — as measured on standardized psychological scales. This is not an aromatherapy promise. It is a result published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.

The mechanism is easy to understand: linalool and linalyl acetate — bergamot's main active compounds — have an anxiolytic effect on the limbic system and stimulate the release of dopamine and serotonin. In Ayurveda, bergamot balances Vata and Kapha — it brings emotional warmth, breaks through stagnation and apathy, and restores an appetite for life. Traditionally used for depression, anxiety and lack of motivation.

The scent? Citrusy and fresh, with a floral and slightly spicy note in the background. One of those oils that make it hard to be in a bad mood.

Scent profile

Main notes	citrusy, fresh, slightly floral
Base note	spicy, gently woody, slightly sweet
Intensity	medium — fresh and airy
Character	uplifting, light, daytime
Pairs well with	lavender, ylang-ylang, sandalwood, geranium, frankincense, lemongrass

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Vata ↓↓	breaks through anxiety, apathy and emotional numbness — one of the key oils for excess Vata
Kapha ↓	warms and stimulates — reduces stagnation, low spirits and lack of motivation
Pitta →/↑	neutral in small amounts — in excess, it may overstimulate Pitta

Carrier oil for Vata: almond or sesame. For Kapha: sesame or light grape seed oil.

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You know this scent from Earl Grey. But that's just the tip of the iceberg.

The scent? Citrusy and fresh, with a floral and slightly spicy note in the background. One of those oils that make it hard to be in a bad mood.

Scent profile

Main notes	citrusy, fresh, slightly floral
Base note	spicy, gently woody, slightly sweet
Intensity	medium — fresh and airy
Character	uplifting, light, daytime
Pairs well with	lavender, ylang-ylang, sandalwood, geranium, frankincense, lemongrass

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Vata ↓↓	breaks through anxiety, apathy and emotional numbness — one of the key oils for excess Vata
Kapha ↓	warms and stimulates — reduces stagnation, low spirits and lack of motivation
Pitta →/↑	neutral in small amounts — in excess, it may overstimulate Pitta

Carrier oil for Vata: almond or sesame. For Kapha: sesame or light grape seed oil.

How to use?

Diffuser / mood boost
3–5 drops in water. One of the best oils for an afternoon mood slump and the first signs of feeling low. A classic blend for joy and lightness: bergamot + orange (3+2 drops). For stress and calm: bergamot + lavender (3+2 drops).

Massage
10–12 drops per 25 ml of carrier oil (almond or jojoba — light oils that don't overpower the aroma). Ideal for a full-body massage in times of emotional tension and feeling overwhelmed.

Bath
Mix 5–6 drops with a tablespoon of carrier oil and pour into warm water. Soak for 10–15 minutes. A bergamot bath after a difficult day is one of the simple rituals for an emotional reset.

Perfume
1–2 drops diluted in carrier oil on your wrist or behind your ears. Bergamot is a classic middle note in perfumery — lasting, subtle and mood-lifting all day long. Note: this oil is photosensitizing — avoid sun exposure after applying it to your skin.

Direct inhalation
2–3 drops on a tissue. Breathe in deeply for a few minutes during a sudden bout of anxiety or low mood — it is one of the faster-acting uses in this line.

Ingredients

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil

FAQ

Does bergamot really improve mood?
Yes — this is one of the better clinically documented effects in aromatherapy. A study published in 2015 in Phytotherapy Research showed a statistically significant effect of bergamot inhalation on lowering cortisol and improving mood in healthy women. The mechanism: linalool and linalyl acetate stimulate the release of serotonin and dopamine.

Why is bergamot photosensitizing?
It contains bergapten — a furanocoumarin that can cause dark spots on the skin when exposed to UV. That is why you should avoid direct sunlight for several hours after applying it to the skin. In a diffuser — no restrictions at all.

How is bergamot different from orange and grapefruit?
All three are citrus oils, but bergamot is the most complex — it has a floral and spicy note that orange and grapefruit lack. It also has a stronger effect on mood and anxiety. Orange is more straightforwardly cheerful, grapefruit — more refreshing and energizing.

Is bergamot the same scent as in Earl Grey tea?
Yes — bergamot oil is the classic flavoring of Earl Grey. It is a good reference point for the scent: citrusy, slightly floral, with a distinctive spicy note. In aromatherapy, however, it does far more than just provide aroma.

For external use only. Do not apply undiluted directly to the skin. Photosensitizing oil — avoid sun exposure after applying to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Store away from light and heat sources. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant or have high blood pressure or epilepsy, consult your doctor before use.

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