BERGAMOT & AROMA ACUPOINT THERAPY
My Acupuncturist at Pointe Acupuncture in Grosse Pointe MI introduced me to Aroma Acupoint Therapy.
Aroma Acupoint Therapy was originally co-created by Tiffany Carole Pollard MS, LAc, EAMP and Peter Holmes LAc, MH and is focused on the use of essential oils on acupuncture points.
They explained to me how applying Bergamot essential oil to one of these points called Shen Men, helps balance the nervous system and ease stress.
This made sense to me because during my studies of Aromatherapy I learned that Bergamot, with its refreshing and uplifting aroma, is known for it’s affect on the nervous system.
The Shen Men point on the ear is located in the little upper triangle denoted in the photo above. It’s easy for me to reach it by placing my thumb behind the upper ear and almost pinching the other side with my forefinger on the back. Although I’ve heard some say to do it the other way with the thumb on the front.
After having this technique used on me in one of my sessions and experiencing immediate stress relief, I wanted to try it during work, my most stressful time of the day.
I always like to dilute my essential oils before use so I mixed a bit of Bergamot essential oil with Jojoba oil in a little dram bottle and dropped it in my purse for the day. I did one drop of Bergamot essential oil to one tablespoon of Jojoba oil.
Then throughout my day when I felt a little stress coming on I applied a little bit to the Shen Men point on my ear. I’d also rub my hands together and breathe in after application to experience the aroma as well.
I found myself feeling more at ease and it reminded me to pay attention to my stress levels throughout the day.
Try it out and let us know what you think in the comment section below!
A selection of organic essential oils known for their therapeutic and energetic qualities. See below for our recommended Chakra for each essential oil. Please dilute with a carrier oil before use.
Directions: For aromatic use only.
Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs. If pregnant, nursing, or under a Doctor's care, consult your physician before use. For external use only.
5ml / 0.17fl oz MIRON glass bottle with vertical dropper and cap
BERGAMOT (BERGAPTEN FREE): A soft citrus, floral aroma. Bergamot is refreshing and uplifting and known for its affect on the nervous system. Use it to clear out old energy, uplift and soothing the Heart Chakra and for stimulating the Sacral Chakra. Full list of ingredients: Organic Bergamot Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. bergamia).
CEDARWOOD: A soft, sweet woody aroma. Cedarwood helps to promote energetic stability and emotional balance. It’s grounding and calming properties help to balance the Root Chakra Full list of ingredients: Organic Cedarwood Essential Oil (Cedrus atlantica).
EUCALYPTUS: A fresh, minty camphoraceous aroma. Eucalyptus has cooling and calming energies that help center and balance the mind. This is a beautiful oil to work with when clearing the Throat Chakra. Full list of ingredients: Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil (Eucalyptus Globulus).
GERANIUM: A herbaceous minty-rose aroma. Geranium helps to ease and comfort strong emotions. Use this oil to help balance the Heart Chakra and promote unconditional love. Full list of ingredients: Organic Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens).
LAVENDER: A strong floral aroma. Lavender is one of the more well known and versatile essential oils. Calming and relaxing this is an excellent oil to use for meditation as it helps to balance the Third Eye and Crown Chakras. Full list of ingredients: Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia).
ROSEMARY: A fresh, sweet herbaceous aroma. Rosemary is known for being energizing and rejuvenating. This powerful oil can balance and boost the energy of the Solar Plexus. Use when you want to awaken and alive your energy. Full list of ingredients: Organic Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus Officinalis).