Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

CIT

3/10

Concern level

Low concern

Psoralen-free volatile essential oil obtained from bergamot fruit, used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics. It is a complex natural mixture rather than a single defined molecule, typically rich in limonene, linalyl acetate, and linalool. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/citrus.pdf))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential OilFragrancePhotosensitivityAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 68648-33-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin2/10

oily skin2/10

sensitive skin1/10

acne prone1/10

mature skin2/10

normal skin3/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Other fragrance allergens or essential oils, Potentially irritating actives such as exfoliating acids or retinoids on sensitive skin, Leave-on products used before sun exposure if the oil is not confirmed furanocoumarin-free

Risks & Warnings

Can cause skin irritation and allergic sensitization, especially in sensitive skin or when used undiluted. Bergamot-derived oils may be phototoxic if they contain furanocoumarins; psoralen-free versions reduce this risk, but caution is still warranted. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/citrus.pdf))

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