Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Bergamot essential oil
Expressed oil contains furanocoumarins (bergapten), phototoxic; must use FCF (furanocoumarin-free/bergapten-free) version in any leave-on product; rinse-off: expressed oil permitted within IFRA limits; linalool and linalyl acetate EU allergens
Function & Common Use
Fragrance
Fragrance
Fragranced leave-on and rinse-off
Vegetable (bergamot peel)
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
IFRA phototoxicity limits for expressed oil; FCF version unrestricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil safe to use in skincare?
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil has a High concern rating. Expressed oil contains furanocoumarins (bergapten), phototoxic; must use FCF (furanocoumarin-free/bergapten-free) version in any leave-on product; rinse-off: expressed oil permitted within IFRA limits; linalool and linalyl acetate EU allergens
Is Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil allowed in India?
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil used for in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil functions as: Fragrance. It is commonly found in: Fragranced leave-on and rinse-off.
Can Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil has an allergen flag (Yes). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.
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