Bergamot Essential Oil (Citrus bergamia)

Emotional and Mental Wellbeing

• Helps reduce stress, tension, and anxiety.
• Promotes relaxation and uplifts low mood.
• Enhances clarity and positivity during times of overwhelm.

Body and Mind Support

• Encourages better sleep by easing restlessness.
• Supports digestive comfort when used in massage blends.
• Refreshes and deodorizes indoor air with a natural, pleasant scent.

Skincare

• Useful in balancing oily or blemish-prone skin (beware of phototoxic when topical use).
• May support the appearance of clear, healthy skin when diluted appropriately.

Uses

• Diffuser: Add 5–8 drops to your diffuser to create a cheerful, relaxing atmosphere.
• Massage: Blend up to 2 drops with 10 mL carrier oil (0.5–1%) for calming massage.
• Bath: Mix 3–4 drops with a teaspoon of carrier oil or milk before adding to bathwater.
• Room Spray: Combine 15–20 drops with 100 mL distilled water and a splash of witch hazel for an uplifting room mist.
• Perfume or Body Oil: Blend with lavender, frankincense, or ylang ylang for a soothing floral-citrus synergy.

Botanical Name

Citrus bergamia

Extraction Method

Cold-pressed

Plant Part

Rind (peel) of the fruit

Origin

Italy

Main Compounds

Limonene, Linalyl acetate, Linalool, γ-Terpinene, β-Pinene, Bergapten

Aromatic Description

Fresh, sweet, citrusy with subtle floral and slightly spicy undertones

Perfumery Note

Top note

Strength of Initial Aroma

Medium to strong

Safety Information

Bergamot essential oil that contains bergapten (a furanocoumarin) is phototoxic. This means it can cause serious skin irritation or burns if applied to the skin and then exposed to UV light (sunlight or tanning beds).

Avoid sun exposure for at least 12 hours after topical application unless you’re using a bergapten-free (FCF) version.

Kids: Safe diluted (age 2+). Avoid direct sunlight for 12 hours after topical use.

Pets: Use with caution — can irritate cats and dogs if diffused in unventilated areas.

Pregnancy: Generally safe for diffusion after 1st trimester; avoid internal use.

• For external use only.
• Do not apply undiluted to skin.
• Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
• If pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision, consult a healthcare professional before use.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.