Pure essential oil Bergamot FCF
Furocoumarin is a substance found in many plants that increases light sensitivity (photosensitivity). The presence of furocoumarin in Bergamot oil makes the skin very sensitive to the UV rays from sunlight. This makes it less suitable for application to the skin. Exposure to sunlight (including tanning beds) can then lead to severe reactions when Bergamot oil is applied. Bergamot FCF ("Furocoumarin Free") is bergamot oil without Bergapteen (constituent of furocoumarin). Bergamot FCF is designed to counteract the adverse effects of photosensitivity. However, caution with exposure to sunlight is still required.
- aroma: sweet
- color: green-yellow
- substance: thin
- extraction: cold pressed
The essential oil of bergamot comes from the Bergamot tree, a citrus plant. The plant is native to the Canary Islands. For half a liter of Bergamot oil, about 500kg of fruits are needed .
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