CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) FRUIT OIL

CIT

3/10

Concern level

Low concern

A volatile citrus essential oil from bergamot fruit, used mainly as a fragrance ingredient. Bergamot oil is notable for natural furocoumarins in cold-pressed material, which can make it phototoxic; CIR notes bergamot-derived ingredients in its citrus safety assessment, and the literature reports phototoxic reactions and IFRA limits for products applied to sun-exposed skin. ([pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4345801/?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential OilPhotosensitivityAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 0.40%

CAS Number: 8007-75-8

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin1/10

oily skin2/10

sensitive skin0/10

acne prone1/10

mature skin1/10

normal skin2/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Avoid combining with other photosensitizers or strong exfoliating actives in leave-on daytime products., Use caution with retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, and other potentially irritating fragrance/essential oil components., Avoid in products intended for sun-exposed skin unless phototoxicity has been addressed.

Risks & Warnings

Phototoxicity is the primary concern, especially with expressed/cold-pressed oil and sun exposure. It may also cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in fragrance-sensitive users. Avoid use on skin that will be exposed to UV, and use extra caution in leave-on products. ([pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4345801/?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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