Bergamot is a yellow citrus fruit, pear-shaped, which has a very acidic pulp and a fragrant skin. It is used in perfumery, cooking and herbal medicine.
Bergamot tree, the Lord's Pear tree
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is a citrus fruit resembling an orange that is green in color and turns yellow when ripe. Its slightly acidic flesh is bitter and its zest releases a powerful and characteristic odor among citrus fruits.
The bergamot tree has been mainly cultivated in the Calabria region (Italy) since the 18th century.
The origin of the bergamot tree is uncertain: some believe that it was brought back from the Crusades. Its name would derive from the Turkish word “Beg armundi” which means “Pear of the Lord”. It is a cross between the bitter orange tree and the lemon tree.
Manufacturing of bergamot essential oil
Bergamot essential oil without bergapten comes from the steam distillation of bergamot essential oil, obtained by expression (cold pressing) of the zest of the fruit.
Properties of bergamot essential oil
Bergamot fruit is a very acidic citrus fruit between lime and bitter orange which has a peel loaded with active ingredients. Bergamot without bergapten is used in cosmetics to regulate sebum secretion while purifying and regenerating the skin. Its essential oil is ideal for all skin types, particularly combination to oily skin as well as acne-prone skin.
Perfuming - Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials
Masking - Reduces or inhibits the odor or basic taste of the product
SOWÉ Botanic Lab's quality commitments
The organic bergamot essential oil we use is certified COSMOS by Ecocert
Precaution for use
Essential oils are concentrated and potent natural products. It is crucial to dilute them properly before use. Never apply pure essential oils to mucous membranes, the nose, eyes, the ear canal, etc.
Sensitivity test: Perform a sensitivity test before using an essential oil. Apply a small diluted amount to a small area and wait for 24 hours to check for any reaction.
The use of essential oils is not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, elderly individuals, and those suffering from chronic conditions.
Never inject essential oils intravenously or intramuscularly.After a massage or topical application, thoroughly wash your hands.
Use an appropriate device to diffuse an essential oil.