fragrances · fragrance / aroma ingredient
bergamot essential oil
Light, volatile essential oil with a bright, citrus signature, Bergamot Essential Oil is a fragrance / aroma ingredient for scenting and cosmetic formulations. A welcome addition to the perfumer's and maker's shelf.
vegansingle-ingredientifra docsphthalate-freecold-pressed
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bergamot essential oil
fragrances — fragrance / aroma ingredient
- inci
- citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil
- role
- fragrance / aroma ingredient
- form
- liquid; greenish yellow
- use level
- low — scent loads commonly a few percent; follow ifra category limits (confirm per ifra cert & tds)
- shelf life
- 12 months
origin · indiafor the maker's bench
01why formulators use it
- a sparkling citrus with tea-like polish bergamot is the cologne note.
- b the earl grey scent instantly recognizable, endlessly pairable.
- c top-note lift brightens heavy florals, woods and ambers.
- d sun caution expressed bergamot can be photosensitizing in leave-on products; check grade (FCF) and IFRA limits.
02where formulators use it
- a colognes & fine fragrance the classic opening note.
- b wash-off products bright lift in soap and shower formats (sun caution mostly moot).
- c room & linen sprays polished citrus freshness.
- d candles elegant citrus without candy sweetness.
- e earl-grey-themed products the note that makes the theme.
03technical details
| product identity | Bergamot Essential Oil |
|---|---|
| inci | CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) FRUIT OIL |
| appearance | Liquid; Greenish Yellow |
| odor | Bright, citrus |
| solubility | Soluble in oils & alcohol; insoluble in water (use a solubilizer for water bases) |
| suggested use | Low — scent loads commonly a few percent; follow IFRA category limits (confirm per IFRA cert & TDS) |
|---|---|
| shelf life | 12 Months |
| country of origin | India |
| packaging | Tincture |
| direct-use status | Formulation use only · not for ingestion |
skus ·KIM-FRG-003-15M ·
KIM-FRG-003-30M ·
KIM-FRG-003-50M
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handle with care
formulation use onlynot for ingestion
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maker reviews & questions
questions
Qis bergamot safe in leave-on skin products?
kimiya staffExpressed bergamot contains bergapten, which can cause photosensitivity on sun-exposed skin. Use bergaptene-free (FCF) grades for leave-on products, follow IFRA limits, or keep it to wash-off and non-skin formats. Confirm which grade this is per the TDS.
Qcan i use it in candles and soap?
kimiya staffYes — it's a classic in both; test load and throw in your base.