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Essential Oil Profile: Bergamot Mint

by Andrea on June 14, 2010

Bergamot Mint (Mentha citrata) is one of my favorite essential oils. The oil is made up of  two significant components, linalol and linalyl acetate. The aroma is minty with citrus undertones and very fresh! So what is significant about linalol and linalyl acetate? Properties of linalol: airborne antimicrobial, analgesic (always welcomed!), calming, antibacterial, antifungal (candida), [...]

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