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Fragrance

CITRUS BERGAMIA PEEL OIL EXPRESSED

CAS 89957-91-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Cold-pressed bergamot peel oil — a beloved citrus fragrance, but unprocessed it contains bergaptene, a furocoumarin that causes severe phototoxic burns under UV. EU caps it at 1 ppm in leave-on; choose bergaptene-free (FCF) versions.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Bright distinctive aroma
  • Fine perfumery use
  • Aromatherapy heritage

Known concerns

  • Bergaptene phototoxicity (severe burns)
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk
  • EU strictly limits bergaptene
  • Avoid before sun exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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