Bergamot Mint Wax | Mentha Citrata

Bergamot Mint Wax

A botanical wax for anhydrous cosmetic and fragrance formulations.

At a Glance

• Common name: Bergamot Mint.
• Plant part: Leaves.

Specifications

• Trade botanical name: Mentha Citrata.
• Family: Lamiaceae.
• Common name: Bergamot Mint.
• INCI: Mentha. Citrata Leaves Wax.
• Part used: Leaves.
• Extraction: Supercritical CO₂
• Appearance: Solid wax
• Flower origin / extraction: Bulgaria.
• Melting point: 60–70 °C
• Solubility: Oil-, alcohol- and butter-soluble; water-insoluble
• Perfumery role: Base; fixative

Aromatic Profile

Citrus-floral, fresh green and softly minty, with the elegance of bergamot peel, herbs, delicate flowers and soft mint leaves.

Aromatic Structure

• Fresh citrus-like opening
• Soft mint and green-herbal body
• Smoother and less sharply mentholic than traditional peppermint

Composition & Formulation

A botanical wax for anhydrous cosmetic and fragrance formulations.

Technical Details

• Plant part: Leaves.

Formulation Notes

• Melt gently into the oil phase of anhydrous formulations
• Use to add structure and botanical character
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place

Applications

Cosmetic Formulation

• Balms and anhydrous body products
• Solid perfumes and fragrance bases
• Texture and structure in oil-based formulations

Safety & Handling

• For external use only; do not ingest.
• Patch test the finished formulation.
• Avoid direct flame and unnecessary heat.
• Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air.