Citrus Bergamia (Bergamot Oil) Bergamot essential oil is mainly grown in the north and south of Italy and originates from South East Asia. It is named after the Northern Italian city of Bergamot, where it was first sold. The skin of the fruit is cold-pressed to produce essential oils, scents and flavours. The fruit looks like a miniature orange. Recent research in Italy has shown that bergamot has a wide range of therapeutic benefits, particularly for skin, respiratory and

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Oil) I had to add it to my list - it's the bee's knees of essential oils! Lavender essential oil is one of my favourites - not just for the colour, but for the many therapeutic properties it holds, and the beautiful aroma. It is an essential component for your essential oil collection (unless, of course you dislike the smell of lavender). It's also one of the most researched essential oils and brings a whole host of goodness to the body, min