FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Uplifting Aromatherapy: Its bright citrus fragrance is commonly enjoyed for creating a cheerful, refreshing atmosphere and supporting a positive sensory experience.
- Relaxation & Stress Relief: Popular in aromatherapy and relaxation routines for its soothing aroma, which may help promote feelings of calm and relaxation.
- Bergaptene-Free Formula: Specially processed to remove bergaptene, a naturally occurring compound associated with the phototoxicity of conventional cold-pressed bergamot oil.
- Refreshing Skincare Ingredient: Adds a pleasant citrus fragrance to facial cleansers, lotions, body oils, and other appropriately formulated skincare products.
- Hair & Scalp Care: Provides a refreshing botanical fragrance to shampoos, conditioners, and scalp care products.
- Enhances Massage Treatments: Its comforting citrus-floral aroma makes it a popular addition to properly diluted massage oils and professional spa treatments.
- Natural Perfumery: Highly valued for its sophisticated citrus fragrance, making it a popular ingredient in perfumes, colognes, and botanical fragrance blends.
- Versatile Fragrance Ingredient: Blends beautifully with floral, woody, herbal, and other citrus essential oils.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Bergamot Bergaptene-Free Essential Oil is derived from the aromatic peel of Citrus bergamia, a citrus fruit traditionally cultivated in Calabria, southern Italy.
Renowned for its distinctive fragrance, Calabrian bergamot combines the freshness of citrus with subtle floral sweetness and warm, slightly spicy undertones.
Unlike conventional cold-pressed bergamot oil, this variety undergoes additional processing to remove bergaptene, a naturally occurring furanocoumarin associated with increased skin sensitivity to ultraviolet light.
This makes bergaptene-free bergamot particularly desirable for cosmetic formulators developing fragranced skincare and personal care products.
Naturally containing aromatic constituents such as limonene, linalyl acetate, and linalool, bergamot offers a balanced fragrance that is both refreshing and comforting.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE BERGAMOT ESSENTIAL OIL
Bergamot is one of the most recognizable citrus fragrances in aromatherapy and fine perfumery.
Customers particularly enjoy its ability to create a refreshing yet relaxing sensory experience.
Its distinctive fragrance is popular because it:
- Creates an uplifting and cheerful atmosphere.
- Complements relaxation and mindfulness routines.
- Provides a fresh, clean citrus aroma.
- Combines citrus brightness with gentle floral sweetness.
- Enhances the fragrance of massage and spa treatments.
- Adds a sophisticated citrus note to perfumes and skincare.
- Offers a bergaptene-free alternative for cosmetic formulation.
RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS
Aromatherapy & Wellness
- Essential oil diffusers
- Relaxation and meditation blends
- Aromatic wellness products
- Refreshing fragrance blends
- Spa aromatherapy products
Skincare Products
- Facial cleansers
- Body lotions and creams
- Botanical body oils
- Moisturizing balms
- Hand and foot creams
- Body butters
- Cosmetic serums
Professional Spa & Massage
- Diluted massage oils
- Aromatic spa treatments
- Professional body treatments
- Relaxation-themed massage blends
Hair & Scalp Care
- Shampoos
- Hair conditioners
- Hair masks
- Scalp care formulations
- Botanical grooming products
Soap & Bath Products
- Cold-process soaps
- Melt-and-pour soaps
- Liquid hand soaps
- Body washes
- Shower gels
- Bubble baths
Home Fragrance & Perfumery
- Natural perfumes and colognes
- Aromatic room sprays
- Reed diffusers
- Scented candles
- Wax melts
- Botanical fragrance blends
DIRECTIONS & SUGGESTED USAGE
- Aromatherapy: Use in a compatible essential oil diffuser according to the equipment manufacturer's instructions to create a refreshing citrus atmosphere.
- Massage Treatments: Incorporate into a suitable carrier oil at a concentration supported by the finished product's safety assessment.
- Skincare Formulations: The supplier identifies approximately 0.5–1% as a suggested formulation range. This is a formulation reference only, not a universal safe-use limit. Verify the appropriate concentration against current IFRA guidance and the finished product's safety assessment.
- Hair Care Products: Incorporate into compatible shampoos, conditioners, and scalp care products to provide a fresh citrus fragrance.
- Soap Manufacturing: Add to compatible soap formulations following fragrance compatibility and stability testing.
- Natural Perfumery: Use as a citrus fragrance component in botanical perfumes, colognes, and aromatic blends.
- Home Fragrance: Suitable for compatible room sprays, reed diffusers, candles, and wax melts following appropriate formulation and performance testing.
- Water-Based Formulations: Requires an appropriate solubilizer or emulsifying system. Bergamot Essential Oil does not dissolve directly in water.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Product Name Bergamot Essential Oil — Bergaptene Free (Calabrian)
Botanical Name Citrus bergamia
Common Name Bergamot
INCI Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil
CAS Number 89957-91-5
Country of Origin Italy
Plant Part Used Fruit Peel
Extraction Method Cold Pressed, followed by bergaptene removal
Colour Light yellowish-green to yellowish-brown
Consistency Thin, free-flowing liquid
Aromatic Description Sweet citrus, fruity, floral, slightly spicy
Aromatic Note Middle
Fragrance Family Citrus / Floral
Solubility Oil-soluble; insoluble in water
Main Constituents Limonene, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool
Certification Status Supplier-listed ECOCERT/COSMOS Approved
COMPLIANCE, REGULATORY & SAFETY CAUTIONS
Essential oils can be classified as either a cosmetic or a consumer product. Depending on the name and implied instructions ensure the correct regulatory compliance guide is used.
Regulatory
Marketed for hair or skin
Health Canada - Cosmetic Notification Required
Marketed for Diffuser, candles, cleaning
- Consumer product & labelling act applies
Filled in Accordance with GMP Guidelines
Our products are manufactured following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and manufacturing procedures aligned with ISO 22716:2007 — Cosmetics: Good Manufacturing Practices.
- ISO 22716:2007 provides internationally recognized guidelines for the production, control, storage and shipment of cosmetic products. Cosmetic Labs Canada follows these principles as part of our commitment to product quality, consistency, traceability and responsible manufacturing.
SAFETY & LABEL CAUTION
Cosmetic Safety Caution
- For external use only.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Apply only to intact skin. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and damaged or broken skin.
- Discontinue use if irritation or sensitivity develops.
Consumer Product Caution
- For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.
- Apply only to intact skin. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and damaged or broken skin.
- Discontinue use if irritation or sensitivity develops.
For Canadian cosmetic marketing: DO NOT USE unapproved therapeutic claims such as “reduces inflammation,” “relieves arthritis,” “heals bruises” or “treats muscle pain.” These could change the product's regulatory classification.
Caution: For external use only. Avoid broken or irritated skin. Arnica may cause sensitivity in some individuals, particularly those allergic to plants in the Asteraceae family.
STORAGE
- Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
- For optimal storage conditions, maintain temperatures below 25°C whenever practical.
- Protect the product from moisture and prolonged exposure to air. Appropriate packaging, including amber glass or compatible opaque containers, can help maintain product quality.