Bergamot
 
CAUTIONS:
Phototoxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its phototoxicity. Even when the ingredient Bergaptene (Furocoumarin) is removed from the oil and photo toxicity is therefore minimized, it is still advisable to keep treated skin out of the sun, and to use it in concentrations of less than 1 %.
 
[Fig.1] Chromatograph Keyword: Uplifting
Mouse over targets for components Botanical Name: Citrus beramia
Extraction: Cold pressed
Colour: Gold with a green tinge.
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, orange/lemon/citrusy, slightly floral.
Associated Chakra: Heart[3], Sacral[7]
Associated Crystals: Apophylite, Amazonite, Prehnite, Citrine [2]
Associated Planet: Venus [4], Sun [6]
Associated Element Fire [6]
Magical uses: Hex breaking and financial spells or monetry dealings [5]

Blends well with (click buttons for essential oil profiles):

Also: Basil
 
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References:

[Fig.1] Schnaubelt, Kurt Advanced Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, 1998, ISBN:0-89281-743-7 (pbk)
[2] http://www.awakencrystals.com/oils
[3] Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Fragrsnt Heavens, Bantam Books, 1999, ISBN:0-553-50579-3
[4] http://wickiwoman.blogspot.com/2011/04/planetary-correspondences-mercury.html
[5] http://www.kitchenwitchcorner.com/air
[6] http://www.thewhitegoddess.co.uk
[7]http://www.starchaser-healingarts.com
Main constituents: Sesquiterpene Hydrocarbons (anti-inflamatory and antiallergenic)