Bergamot Mint (Mentha citrata) is a citrus essential oil with a citrus, minty aroma and a top note. Steam distillation from leaf, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot (FCF). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 5%.
Bergamot Mint (Mentha citrata) is a citrus essential oil, steam-distilled from the leaf, produced in USA and India. Its aroma is citrus, minty, sitting as a top note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot (FCF), Lemon (Cold Pressed). Keep topical use at or below 5%. Always patch-test first.
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 | Monoterpenol |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | leaf |
| Origin | USA, India |
| Blending factor | 6 |
| Volatility index | 2 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 1.5 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 5% |
| Max facial dilution | 2% |
| 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 |
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
Frequently asked questions
What does Bergamot Mint smell like?
Bergamot Mint has a citrus, minty aroma, classed as a citrus oil with a top note.
What is the safe dilution for Bergamot Mint?
For topical use, keep Bergamot Mint at or below 5%, and 2% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Bergamot Mint safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Bergamot Mint. 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 Mint safe to use around children?
Bergamot Mint is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 2 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Bergamot Mint 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 Mint blend well with?
Bergamot Mint pairs well with Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot (FCF), Lemon (Cold Pressed), Cedarwood (Atlas).