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Ilmkjarnaolía Bergamot 12ml Lífrænt vottuð
Ilmkjarnaolía Bergamot 12ml Lífrænt vottuð
Ilmkjarnaolía Bergamot 12ml Lífrænt vottuð

Ilmkjarnaolía Bergamot 12ml Lífrænt vottuð

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Bergamot ilmkjarnaolíur eru partur af sítrusfjölskyldunni og er gamall blendingur milli sítrónu og beiskrar appelsínu.  Jurtin vex aðallega í suður Ítalíu og hefur yndislegan ilm með súrar og sætar hliðar, með blóma og kryddaða undirtóna.  Það er helsta innihaldsefnið í ilmvötnum og kjörin olía til að nota sem hússprey.

Bergamot er talið geta minnkað kvíða og stress, einnig hefur verið talað um það sem gleðiilmkjarnaolíu.  Talað hefur verið um jákvæða virkni Bergamot á blöðrubólgu.  Þá er oft gott að anda dropunum að sér, t.d. með því að setja þá í rakatæki með vatni og láta gufa út. 

 

BERGAMOT ilmkjarnaolía

  • Innihaldsefnin: 100% hrein ilmkjarnaolía, Citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot)
  • Olían er gerð úr hýðinu
  • Land uppruna: Ítalía

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  • Stærð: 12 ML 
  • Þyngd: 48g
  • Pakkning: (7.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm)
  • Framleitt: Á ábyrgan hátt
  • Náttúrulegt
  • Sjálfbærni
  • Framleiðsluland: Ítalía
  • Stærð: um það bil 6.5 x 2.5 cm 
  • Efni umbúða: Gler 
  • pakkað inn í pappírskassa

 

*ATH samt að þó ilmkjarnaolíurnar hafi marga góða kosti, þá er aldrei mælt með þeim í stað þess að leita aðstoðar hjá Fagfólki, s.s lækni, hjúkrunarfr. eða ljósmóður, þar sem það á við.  Olíurnar geta verið góð viðbót. 

 

 

Lífrænt vottað.

Leiðbeiningar: Hægt er að nota olíuna fyrir heilsu og heimili, t.d. sem herbergis sprey, í heitt bað, sem nuddolíu og í olíu lampa.  Notið ekki meira en 5-10 dropa af ilmkjarnaolíu fyrir hverja 20 ml af grunnolíum (sem dæmi: möndluolíu, ákveðnar matarolíur, helst með hlutlausan ilm, ogfl.) vatn eða alkahól. 

Varúð: 

  • Aðeins til ytri notkunar.
  • Notið ekki óþynnta ilmkjarnaolíuna. 
  • Gott er að prófa fyrst smá olíu á handlegg til að athuga viðbrögð húðar, en hættið strax að nota olíuna ef ofnæmisviðbrögð koma í ljós. 
  • Talið við lækni fyrir notkun ef þú ert barnshafandi, með barn á brjósti, fyrir ung börn eða undir eftirliti læknis.  
 

 

 


 

 

Bergamot oil aromatherapy 

Bergamot essential oil is highly touted for its soothing use as an aromatherapy treatment. Here are a few ways you can keep its scent close:

  • Mix bergamot essential oil with a carrier oil to use as a body lotion or for massage.
  • Add two to five drops of Bergamot essential oil to products such as body wash, shampoo, and facial scrubs.
  • Use it as an ingredient in aromatherapy. For example, bergamot essential oil can be added to scent homemade candles and air fresheners. You can also dab it in vaporizers to distribute its scent in a room or add it to potpourri.
  • Dab it on a bandana or handkerchief for a soothing scent on-the-go.

Find bergamot essential oils online.

Bergamot oil for acne and skin

Several compounds in bergamot oil have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. This may make bergamot oil an effective spot treatment for acne in people who do not have sensitive skin. Its analgesic qualities may also make it effective against painful cysts and pimples.

To use bergamot oil as a spot treatment:

  • Apply bergamot oil mixed with a carrier oil directly to pimples, cysts, and blackheads.
  • Leave on overnight.
  • Do not use or leave this treatment on during the day or in sunlight.

You can also mix the diluted oil into water or your favorite cleanser to use as a facial rinse.

Bergamot oil for hair 

Bergamot oil enthusiasts (and people who love soft, lightly scented hair), swear by this essential oil’s ability to soften and tame curls. Anecdotal evidence indicates that bergamot oil may also be soothing to an irritated scalp.

To use, put a few drops in your usual shampoo. You can also mix one to two drops with a tablespoon of carrier oil and massage it into your scalp as an overnight treatment.

Using bergamot oil with other essential oils

Many other essential oils can provide similar benefits. Try experimenting with the ones you like, and mixing them with each other. Some to try include:

  • Lavender oil. Lavender is a classic scent for aromatherapy. It’s often used in skin, hair, and acne products and treatments.
  • Tea tree oil. Touted for its antibacterial properties, tea tree oil may fight acne and soothe skin inflammation.
  • Chamomile oil. Soothing as a tea or on the skin, chamomile may also elevate mood.

Find essential oils online.

Benefits of bergamot oil 

Research on bergamot oil has uncovered multiple benefits. These include:

Stress reduction

A small 2015 studyTrusted Source done on women in Japan found that inhaled bergamot oil mixed with water vapor reduced feelings of anxiety and fatigue.

Similarly, a 2013 article published in the journal Current Drug TargetsTrusted Source reported that aromatherapy with bergamot (among other essential oils) can relieve depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders by signaling the brain to release dopamine and serotonin.

Fights food poisoning

Linalool, a compound found in bergamot, may sometimes be effective at destroying types of bacteria responsible for food-borne illnesses.

A 2006 studyTrusted Source examined bergamot’s effectiveness at destroying several strains of bacterium on chicken skin and cabbage leaves. The bacterium tested were:

  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Listeria monocytogenes
  • Bacillus cereus
  • E. coli O157
  • Campylobacter jejuni

Study findings suggested that bergamot essential oil may be effective when used against these types of bacteria, but also indicated that additional studies are needed.

A 2016 studyTrusted Source tested the effect of different types of bergamot essential oil against strains of Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria that causes listeriosis infection. Researchers used listeria samples from different sources including fish and poultry.

The different formulations of bergamot had weak to strong effects at stopping the growth of the different bacteria samples. Given the variability, researchers concluded that bergamot essential oil’s effectiveness against bacteria in foods should be estimated.

Lowers cholesterol

A 2016 reviewTrusted Source of human and animal studies indicated that flavonoids found in bergamot can help reduce lipid levels, although it indicated that the exact mechanism driving this result is unclear.

A 2018 animal studyTrusted Source affirmed this finding. It also found that the polyphenols in bergamot had an anti-inflammatory effect in the livers of rats recovering from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

Reduces pain and inflammation

Linalool and carvacrol are compounds found in bergamot oil. A 2017 review of studiesTrusted Source analyzed the effects of multiple essential oil compounds on the pain response and other conditions in humans and animals.

It found that both linalool and carvacrol had analgesic, anticonvulsant, and anti-inflammatory capabilities when used in a variety of methods that included applying it on the skin.

The review also indicated that the potential, toxicological effects of essential oils in humans requires further study.

Risks with using bergamot oil 

Bergamot essential oil can be irritating to the skin in some people, especially when it is not diluted with a carrier oil. Essential oils, including bergamot oil, can sometimes cause allergic dermatitis.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction or sensitivity to bergamot oil may include:

  • redness
  • hives
  • burning sensation
  • blisters
  • pain

You’ll want to test any essential oil first before use. Rub a dime-sized area of your forearm with the oil diluted in a carrier oil. If you don’t see any allergic reaction within 24 hours, it should be safe to use.

Be aware that using essential oils in a diffuser can have a negative effect on children, pets, or pregnant women.

Bergapten, a compound found in bergamot oil, was shown to be phototoxic in a small 2001 study. This means it causes the skin to become irritated or damaged when exposed to sunlight.

In addition to the essential oil, products containing bergamot, such as perfume, may cause a skin reaction. If you are concerned about your skin’s sensitivity to sunlight, look for a bergapten-free version of bergamot oil.

The bergapten in bergamot oil is harmful if swallowed. Even inhaling or using the essential oil topically can interfere with medication. Certain medications, such as ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic, also increase sensitivity to sunlight, increasing bergamot oil’s impact.

It’s important to check for bergamot oil’s interactions with other medications before using. One way to do this is to speak with a pharmacist or your doctor about medications you’re taking and which might interfere with essential oils.

The takeaway 

Research points to bergamot essential oil’s ability to reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol levels, and increase positive mood.

It can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some people. It can also cause photosensitivity, and should not be left on skin that will be exposed to sunlight.

Bergamot oil has a lovely scent, and may already be an ingredient in your favorite perfume. It’s also available as an essential oil that you can add to your collection. It’s best used diluted with a carrier oil or water.

 

 

 

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.

Nature is under threat and it is our duty, as individuals and as companies, to be the best possible stewards of our planet. The Nature of Things is committed to play its role. The best way we can do this is through our commitment to sustainable sourcing.

Lavender harvest in France

Lavender harvest in France

(photo by Gregoire Mahler, courtesy of IFF-LMR)

 

We only source from producers who have genuine passion for distilling top quality oils and a proven record of sustainable practices. Our producers work hand in hand with their communities to protect the environment and support their local economies. 

 

OUR COMMITMENTS AS A BUSINESS

Sourcing our ingredients and packaging from ethical suppliers is not enough, we also need as an organisation to play our part. As a business, we are committed to: 

  • Using packaging with the highest possible recycling rate, such as glass, aluminium and paper​

  • Limiting our operations footprint by reducing our energy and water usage

  • Compensating our people fairly and supporting their development 

  • Supporting organisations that help protect the environment and promote responsible business 

 

ORGANIC CERTIFICATION 

We are committed to support organic farming and are a certified member of the , the main organic certification body in Ireland. Being a member means for us that we support organic farming, which is a clean approach to agriculture, devoid of the use of synthetic pesticides and fungicides and others that can be harmful to the local ecosystems and pollute our soil and water systems. And organic certification provides that guarantee to consumers.

We are committed to support organic farming and are a certified member of the Irish Organic Association, the main organic certification body in Ireland. Being a member means for us that we support organic farming, which is a clean approach to agriculture, devoid of the use of synthetic pesticides and fungicides and others that can be harmful to the local ecosystems and pollute our soil and water systems. And organic certification provides that guarantee to consumers.

Our policy is that whenever possible, we will source essential oils that are organic certified and/or fair trade certified, whatever the cost. But quality and sustainability will come first as we are committed to offering the best essential oils from the most trusted suppliers.

Organic certification vs sustainability

It is important also to remember that:

- not all farmers who practice organic farming are necessarily certified so we need to look beyond certifications sometimes. It means getting to know our suppliers and understand how they are working their land. It takes a bit of listening and learning and engagement and trust.

- some plants distilled into essential oils are not farmed but collected in the wild, especially in forests. This is the case for woods such as cedar or sandalwood (like our New Caledonian quality) or gums such as frankincense and myrrh. And for these, the key is make sure the collect is managed and controlled in a way that allows for a healthy regeneration of the resource. 

This is when we need to look at that broader concept of sustainability, which looks at the long term impact on the environment and the communities and the viability of the activity.  

 

We are a proud member of 1% for the planet and as such, 1% of our total revenues every year is going to environmental causes. Our focus will be the support of organisations that are protecting biodiversity, creating vast reserves of land where animals and plants can thrive.

1% for the Planet is a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions through annual membership and everyday actions. They advise on giving strategies, certify donations and amplify the impact of our network.

Started in 2002 by Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, its members have given more than $225 million to environmental nonprofits to date. Today, 1% for the Planet is a network of more than 2,000 business members, a new and expanding core of individual members and thousands of nonprofit partners in more than 60 countries. The headquarters are located in Burlington, VT with staff located around the world.

ALL TOGETHER FOR THE PLANET!

(The Nature of things)