Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot Essential Oil

INCI Name: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil Expressed
Common Name: Bergamot Oil
Extraction Method: Cold pressing of the peel
Origin: Italy (Calabria), Ivory Coast, Morocco
Aroma Profile: Fresh, citrusy, sweet, slightly floral with subtle spice notes
Color: Light green to yellow-green
Note: Top

Description

Bergamot Essential Oil is cherished for its bright, uplifting scent and versatile therapeutic properties. Cold-pressed from the peel of the bergamot fruit—a small, pear-shaped citrus native to the Mediterranean—this oil is widely used in aromatherapy, skincare, and perfumery.

Bergamot is a key ingredient in classic fragrances and famously gives Earl Grey tea its distinctive aroma. In aromatherapy, it is valued for promoting emotional balance, relieving stress, and enhancing mood. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties also make it ideal for blemish-prone or oily skin.

Key Benefits

• Elevates mood and eases anxiety

• Helps regulate oil production in the skin

• Supports focus and emotional clarity

• Adds a crisp top note in natural perfumes and blends

• May help purify and refresh the air when diffused

Safety Note:

Bergamot oil can be phototoxic due to the presence of bergapten (furocoumarins). For use in skincare, opt for FCF (furanocoumarin-free) Bergamot oil or use with caution and avoid sun exposure after application.

IFRA/IOFI 2017

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