Bergamot Mint Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Mentha citrata
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distillation
Parts Used: Tops
Note Classification: Middle
Aroma: Mint, citrus, and earthy odor
Largest Producing Countries: USA

Traditional Use:

Properties: Antispasmodic, tonic for males.  Possibly similar to spearmint and peppermint.

Benefits: Weakened male sex drive and eases nervous fatigue.  Possibly, similar in action to spearmint and peppermint, which include: acne, apathy, asthma, bowel disorders, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, colds, colic, congested skin, coughs, dermatitis, digestive problems, dyspepsia, faintness, fatigue, fever, flatulence, flu, headaches, mental tiredness, mouth or gum infections, muscular pain, nausea, poor circulation, nervous strain, shock, sinus congestion, sinusitis, travel sickness, and vomiting.

Blends Well With: Most other mints and citrus oils, basil, geranium, lavender, rosemary, and sage.

Of Interest:

Safety Data: A potential skin irritant, especially when exposed to the sun. Not recommended for us while pregnant.

 

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This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.