Organic essential oil BERGAMOT (bergaptene-free) is produced through cold pressing of rinds of bergamot fruit – Citrus bergamia. It comes into Amon & Anis bottles directly from organic plantations in Calabria, Italy. This essential oil is certified organic & food grade – Bio Aroma.
This bergamot essential oil is bergaptene-free, meaning that the phototoxic compounds were removed from it, so it can be used in sunshine and sunbeds without restriction and dangers of phototoxicity.
Lemony, euphoric scent with floral notes brings joy and revives. Its complexity surpasses other citruses, which is why it is highly valued in perfumery. A beautiful essential oil for a diffusser. Its special aroma also enriches English Earl Grey tea. It is an extremely effective essential oil for regulating our mood, an indispensable tool for feeling good. Also very effective in skin care.
Bergamot photograph from the organic plantations of Calabria, Italy.
perfume · relaxation · skin care
SCENT: lemony, euphoric, floral
– ENLIVENS, RELAXES –
LATIN NAME: Citrus bergamia
ORIGIN: Italy
COLOUR: yellow-green to green
EXTRACTION: cold pressing of rinds
MAIN COMPONENTS: Limonene, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool
ORGANIC CERTIFICATION: Certified organic & food grade – bio aroma. Certified by Institute KON-CERT Maribor, Slovenia (SI-EKO-001). 100% natural, 100% organic, 100% pure essential oil.
VEGAN CERTIFICATION: Vegan, animal friendly. Certified by The Vegan Society (UK) and Associaton for protection of animals (PETA).
PACKAGING: Packed in exquisite MIRON violet glass, which preserves the freshness and biophotonic energy of each essential oil. For safety concerns of the youngest, a child safety cap is mounted on each bottle.
Scent selection by Amon, mandala illustration by Anis.
Organic & food grade essential oils can be used for different purposes: culinary use, aromatherapy, naturopathy, cosmetics or household use. The purpose of use depends on the aroma, taste, how it affects the mood and the active ingredients in the essential oil. Some essential oils contain naturally occuring toxic components, and can be used only in safe concentrations and not for all purposes.
– CULINARY USE –
We can use food-grade essential oils to flavor drinks, syrups, cakes, pies, cookies, dough, chocolate, candies, compotes, jams, fillings, spreads, sauces, salad dressings, and flavored oils.
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Essential oils are not food, but highly concentrated plant essences that MUST BE DILUTED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS before use!
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Essential oils mixed in food should be used with caution and in moderation.
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Essential oils in cooking are intended for occasional and not daily use.
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ESSENTIAL OILS IN FOOD ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN, PREGNANT WOMEN AND NURSING MOTHERS.
*SSENTIAL OIL SHOULD BE FIRST MIXED IN 5 ML OF OIL, SYRUP, HONEY OR MILK, THEN THE MIXTURE SHOULD BE ADDED TO THE DRINK OR FOOD AT THE END OF PREPARATION.
| • DRINK, COMPOTE: 2 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-fre) in mixture* to 1 litre of water, tea (Earl Grey aroma) or juice |
| • SWEET DOUGH: 6 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) in mixture* to 0,5 kg dough |
| • FRUIT JAM, FILLING: 6 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) in mixture* to 1 kg liquid food |
– AROMATHERAPY –
Essential oils can be used to improve our overall well-being. We can evaporate them into a space with a diffuser or use them for inhalations or baths.
| • DIFFUSER: 4 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 100 ml water CHILDREN 2-6 YEARS: 2 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) v 100 ml water / 30-60 min |
– COSMETICS –
Essential oils have beneficial effects for the skin. We mix them into creams, balms, oils, etc. Because of their beautiful scent, they are used to scent soaps, shampoos and perfumes.
| • SKIN CARE: 8 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 15 ml of base oil (olive, sesame, argan, jojoba, etc.) CHILDREN 2-6 YEARS, SENSITIVE SKIN: 2-4 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 15 ml of base oil CHILDREN 6-12 YEARS, PREGNANT AND NURSING MOTHERS: 4-6 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 15 ml of base oil |
| • MASSAGE: 1-2 drops EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 15 ml of base oil CHILDREN, PREGNANT AND NURSING MOTHERS: as in skin care |
| • PERFUME: 8 DROPS EO Bergamot (Bergaptene-free) to 5 ml base oil or alcohol NOT FOR CHILDREN UP TO 6 YEARS OR SENSITIVE SKIN. |
We recommend the base oil to be unrefined, cold pressed and of organic quality. The best and most common choice are jojoba, olive, sesame, almond or coconut oil.
Legend: EO = essential oil
Source: Tisserand, R. in Young, R. (2014, second edition). Essential Oil Safety, A Guide for Health Care Professionals. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.
GC/MS ANALYSIS: 
ORGANIC CERTIFICATE:
nr. EPR-21824/24
nr. EPR-21824/25
– SAFETY WARNINGS ESSENTIAL OIL BERGAMOT (BERGAPTENE-FREE) –
| NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 2 YEARS AND FIRST THREE MONTHS OF PREGNANCY. |
– GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS –
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HIGHLY CONCENTRATED. ALWAYS DILUTE BEFORE USE.
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USE CAUTIOUSLY, IN MODERATION.
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AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, EAR CANAL AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES.
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KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
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PERSONS WITH SENSITIVE SKIN OR ALLERIES SHOULD TAKE EXTRA CAUTION BEFORE USING ESSENTIAL OILS. IN CASE OF SENSITIVITY DISCONTINUE USE.
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CONSULT A QUALIFIED PRACTITIONER OR DOCTOR BEFORE USING ESSENTIAL OILS: WITH CHILDREN, ELDERLY PERSONS, IN TIME OF PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING, IN CULINARY USE, ORAL USE WITH (CHRONIC) ILLNESS OR WHEN USING MEDICAL DRUGS.
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IN CASE OF IMPROPER INGESTION IMMEDIATELY CONSULT A DOCTOR.
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THE INFORMATION ON ESSENTIAL OILS ON THIS WEBSITE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IN NO EVENT SHOULD IT REPLACE A MEDICAL OPINION AND CANNOT BE THE BASIS FOR MAKING HEALTH-RELATED DECISIONS. ONLY A DOCTOR IS COMPETENT TO DIAGNOSE AND IMPLEMENT HEALTH THERAPIES AND PRESCRIBE MEDICINES. BOHDEI D.O.O. ASSUMES NO LIABILITY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY TO ANYONE WHO PRACTICES SELF-TREATMENT BASED ON THE INFORMATION ON THIS WEBSITE.
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ESSENTIAL OILS (BIO AROMAS) DO NOT REPLACE A BALANCED NUTRITION, ACTIVE AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.
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STORE IN A COOL, DARK PLACE.
