Snapshot
- Overview
- Bergamot fruit extract with a green-citrus scent; may raise sun sensitivity.
- Category
- Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Botanical Extract
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
This botanical extract comes from the fruit of Citrus aurantium bergamia and contains aromatic molecules and polyphenols. It's chosen for its citrus-green scent and light conditioning feel, though furocoumarins can increase UV sensitivity.
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Our take
Is Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract a Good Ingredient?
Valued for its distinctive citrus-green scent with limited direct skincare efficacy; potential for irritation and UV-related phototoxicity lowers its rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Offers a green-citrus bouquet that boosts product enjoyment and may help skin feel conditioned; research for direct outcomes remains limited.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in serums, lotions, and shampoos to impart a nuanced citrus tone; also included in aftershaves and body mists.
Before you use it
Safety
May irritate sensitive skin and can be photosensitizing due to furocoumarins; patch testing and prudent sun protection are sensible for leave-on use. Regulatory/industry frameworks (such as IFRA) place limits on furocoumarin-rich citrus ingredients in leave-on products.
Products with Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
