Bergamot (FCF) (Citrus bergamia) is a citrus essential oil with a bright, fresh aroma and a top note. Cold press from fruit peel, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Ylang Ylang (Complete), Geranium. It has no specific dermal-use limit, but everyday blends are typically kept around 1–3%.
Bergamot (FCF) (Citrus bergamia) is a citrus essential oil, cold-pressed from the fruit peel, produced in Italy and Cote d'Ivoire. Its aroma is bright, fresh, sitting as a top note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Lavender, Ylang Ylang (Complete), Geranium, Cedarwood (Atlas). It has no specific dermal-use limit; everyday topical blends are typically kept around 1-3%.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Top |
| Aroma family | Citrus |
| Chemical family | Ester |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Cold press |
| Plant part | fruit peel |
| Origin | Italy, Cote d'Ivoire |
| Blending factor | 8 |
| Volatility index | 2 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 1.5 |
| CAS number | 8007-75-8 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | No specific limit (keep ≤3% adult body) |
| Max facial dilution | No specific limit (keep ≤1% adult face) |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~2 years) |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Evidence: Moderate — Hongratanaworakit, 2009 -- published bergamot research.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Blends well with
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Frequently asked questions
What does Bergamot (FCF) smell like?
Bergamot (FCF) has a bright, fresh aroma, classed as a citrus oil with a top note.
What is the safe dilution for Bergamot (FCF)?
Bergamot (FCF) has no specific IFRA dermal limit, but for everyday topical use keep it around 1–3% for the body and about 1% on the face. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Bergamot (FCF) safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Bergamot (FCF). That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Bergamot (FCF) safe to use around children?
Bergamot (FCF) is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 2 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Bergamot (FCF) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Bergamot (FCF) blend well with?
Bergamot (FCF) pairs well with Lavender, Ylang Ylang (Complete), Geranium, Cedarwood (Atlas), Frankincense (Carterii).